The UT System SmartBook is produced by the Office of Institutional Research and Analysis. It provides a handy, by-the-numbers overview of the mission areas of UT System and all of its institutions. This resource includes valuable data for UT students, faculty, and employees, as well as research/technology transfer and budget/finance data.
Mapping the Journey: Tracking Non-traditional Enrollment Patterns Among UT System Undergraduates
Students pursue postsecondary education through a wide variety of pathways. While some students enroll continuously at a single institution from entry to graduation, many others take breaks in enrollment, attend multiple institutions at different points in time, or carry coursework at more than one institution simultaneously. Understanding these patterns is important for institutions seeking to support students effectively and for system-level analyses of degree completion and time-to-completion. / June 2026
Examining Graduation and Dropout Outcomes Using Survival Analysis
Understanding when and why students graduate or drop out is critical for improving outcomes in higher education. Building on prior research applying survival analysis in a higher education setting, this study examines the timing of graduation and dropout among UT System students. By estimating the probability of each outcome over time, we capture how the risks of graduation and attrition evolve throughout students’ academic journeys. In addition, we assess how factors such as academic performance, financial circumstances, demographic characteristics, and enrollment patterns are associated with these outcomes. / June 2026