EXPLORING THE FACTORS OF STUDENTS DECISION ON CHANGING A DEGREEPROGRAM AFTER ADMISSION IN A UNIVERSITY

Abstract

Schools, and universities are worthless without students. The most valuable resource for every educational institution is its students without any doubt. The academic achievement of students is intimately related to the social and economic prosperity of the nation. The academic performance of the students is crucial in developing the highest caliber graduates who will serve as outstanding leaders and human resources for the nation, contributing to the economic and social growth of that nation. The objectives of the study were to look at the reasons why students decide to switch their chosen degree programs after being accepted into a university. The current study concluded that there are some important factors that can affect students’ decision to change their program after getting admission to a University. In the study, it was concluded that most of the students change their decision and get admission to another program due to factors like academic fees, parents’ desire, lack of interest etc.