PARSS Analytical Models

Overview

PARSS develops attributes for two undergraduate student populations: First Time in College (FTIC) students and transfer students. We focus on first-year persistence, on-time graduation and grade point average (GPA) stability/maintenance. To ensure the integrity, implementation and utility of the following models, we work closely with campus partners such as the Office of Decision Support, Information Technology, Care Team leaders and others.

FTIC Student Models

These internally developed models utilize USF student data from various sources.

• First-Year Retention  
• First Semester GPA Differential  
• Finish in Four  
• Finish in Six  

Transfer Student Models

These internally developed models utilize proprietary USF student data.

• Transfer First Year Persistence  
• First Semester GPA Differential  
• Finish in Two  
• Finish In Three