Student Achievement
The purpose of Methodist University is to provide an undergraduate and graduate education firmly grounded in the liberal arts tradition that nurtures moral values and ethical decision making; to provide distinctive professional and graduate programs that complement the undergraduate programs; to provide educational and cultural services and resources to the community; and to prepare students for a variety of careers and educational pursuits.
Methodist University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, master’s, and doctorate degrees. Methodist University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Methodist University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling 404.679.4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (sacscoc.org).
As of June 2014, the SACSCOC Policy on Institutional Obligations for Public Disclosure requires that “the institution publishes statements of its goals for student achievement and the success of students in achieving those goals. Information on student success may include reliable information in retention, graduation, course completion, licensure examinations, and job placement rates and other measures of student success appropriate to institutional mission.”
Institutional Goals for Student Achievement
| Methodist University Goals for Student Achievement | Goal | Actual |
|---|---|---|
| Freshmen-Sophomore Retention Rate First-time, Full-time Freshmen (FFR) | 65% | Cohort 2018 – 58.1% Cohort 2019 – 58% Cohort 2020 – 62.1% Cohort 2021 – 62.3% Cohort 2022 – 64.7% Cohort 2023 – 65.1% |
| Six-Year Graduation Rate – First-time, Full-time Freshmen (FFR) | 55% | Cohort 2014 – 39.16% Cohort 2015 – 36.86% Cohort 2016 – 40.8% Cohort 2017 – 40.15% Cohort 2018 – 43.5% |
| Undergraduate Course Completion Rate (now calculated as “non-DFW” rate) | 100% | AY2019 – 84% AY2020 – 84% AY2021 – 81% AY2022 – 83% AY2023 – 85% |
| Combined UG Job Placement and Graduate School Placement Rate (6 Months after Graduation) | 90% | Graduates 2018 – 86% Graduates 2019 – 92% Graduates 2020 – 90% Graduates 2021 – 91% Graduates 2022 – 96% Graduates 2023 – 97% Graduates 2024 – 97% |
Program-Specific Goals for Student Achievement
| Measure | Goal/Threshold | Current Outcomes |
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| Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program
First-time pass Rate of Nursing Program Graduates on the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) |
Goal: Maintain 90% average over 3-years or higherThreshold: The NCOBN requires nursing program to maintain an NCLEX® examination pass rate that meets or exceeds 90 percent of the national pass rate for licensure level on first writing of the licensure examination for calendar years ending December 31. |
Three-year average is currently 93%.
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| Physical Therapy (DPT) Program
First Time and ultimate Pass Rates on Boards for Physical Therapy (NPTE) |
Goals:
Threshold: |
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| Physician Assistant (PA) Program First Time Pass Rate of PA Program Graduates on the Physician Assistant National Certification Exam (PANCE) |
Goal: Surpass the national average first-time pass rate each year (93%)Threshold: First-time pass rate of 85% or higher. If a program’s rate drops to 85% or below, they must submit a detailed “PANCE Required Report” to analyzing performance to the ARC-PA for review. |
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| Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapy Licensure Examination Pass Rate (NBCOT) |
Goal: Surpass the national average pass rate each year (96%)Threshold: ACOTE accreditation requires programs to maintain an NBCOT exam pass rate of 80% or higher for new graduates. |
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| Teacher Education Program
NC Licensure Examination Pass Rate (PPAT) |
Goal: 100% pass rate on the PPAT pedagogy assessmentThreshold:80% pass rate on the PPAT pedagogy assessment with recent changes to curriculum |
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