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Regarding graduation rate, I was told some 15 years ago that it is based on only the number of students that are striving to earn a degree. At some point (prior to 2000), we weren't even asking the question, so every student counted. I was told that after realizing this "loophole", they began asking students if they intend to earn a degree. But I think that just asking the question on the application is not enough, even if it has a time limit (like 6 years). I'm thinking most 17 year olds will say "yes" because they think that is what the school wants to hear.

The school needs to figure out a better way of determining serious students. I'm sure there are rules about how to count them, but there has to be a way to get them to answer "no" if they are not at least, say, 75% sure. I would hope that if they did answer "no" and graduated within the specified time frame, they can then be added. It seems each admitted student should be personally coached on this question to ensure them that a "no" answer will not affect them in any way. I don't know if this is being done now or not.