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Female Military Spouses Who Are Nontraditional Students: Why They Leave Higher Education and What Supports and Services Would Assist Them in Returning to Complete Their Higher Education Goals
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Jorgenson, Linn L. – ProQuest LLC, 2010
The American College Testing Program (ACT) reported that approximately 48% of students who enroll in college depart after their first year. Nontraditional students have a higher departure rate than traditional students. One such nontraditional group of students consists of female spouses of military personnel. These spouses are frequently involved…
Descriptors: Nontraditional Students, College Students, Spouses, Females