Student retention refers to the ability of educational institutions to keep students enrolled and engaged in their studies until completion of a degree or program. Retention efforts often involve identifying and addressing factors that may lead to students dropping out, such as financial constraints, academic challenges, lack of support, or personal reasons. Research in this area aims to understand the factors influencing student retention, develop strategies to improve retention rates, and ultimately increase student success and completion rates. This may involve implementing interventions such as academic advising, tutoring, mentoring programs, financial aid assistance, and creating a supportive campus environment.