It takes considerable effort and resources to create an online education degree program. Therefore, it is in the best interest of faculty, staff, and administrators to retain students who decide to enroll in such programs. There are many reasons why students decide to withdraw from an online degree: these could include health issues, poor academic performance, a career change, significant family events, or being dissatisfied with the quality of the program. This article explores five strategies university personnel can use to help improve online student retention.
Beyond Programs: Leadership Lessons from Ireland’s Inclusive Universities
During a recent sabbatical studying inclusive postsecondary education in Ireland, I visited four universities—University College Cork, Trinity College Dublin, Dún Laoghaire Institute of Art, Design and Technology, and Mary Immaculate
Ashley Rodrigues
July 20, 2026
