Why First Year Students Fail To Appear In Fall

Why Poor Students’ College Plans ‘Melt’ Over the Summer
A large number of poor high school students who say they are continuing on to college fail to show up in the fall. The reason is referred to as the “summer melt.” Students face many hurdles, including lack of resources and mentors. A Harvard study found that upward of 20% of recent high school graduates who indicate that they will continue on to college do not show up in the fall. . (National Public Radio, 07/16/13)