Enrollment In Higher Education

DescriptionYou have had the opportunity to explore theories of persistence and retention as relevant to the needs of those engaged in enrollment management leadership functions within higher education. You will now have the opportunity to synthesize your experiences in presenting a discussion regarding the most pressing needs within these issues.For this assignment, write a paper to address the following:Why are females more likely to persist within postsecondary education?What factors relate specifically to the success of minority students in general and Black and Hispanic students in particular? Are there differences in “going to college” and retention rates among these ethnic groups? Are there differences within these groups based on gender?How important are developmental or remedial courses to student success and retention? What percentages of students take these courses?What are the most critical factors which determine whether a first-year student persists into his or her sophomore year?Support your assignment with at least five scholarly resources. In addition to these specified resources, other appropriate scholarly resources, including older articles, may be included.Length: 5-7 pages, not including title and reference pagesYour assignment should demonstrate thoughtful consideration of the ideas and concepts presented in the course by providing new thoughts and insights relating directly to this topic. Your response should reflect scholarly writing and current APA standards.