Variable | Frequency | Percentage |
Being behind in studies | 199 | 90.9 |
Concerned about academic performance | 207 | 94.5 |
Workload too heavy | 204 | 93.2 |
Unable to complete studies in allotted time | 213 | 97.3 |
Difficulty understanding textbook/lectures | 174 | 79.5 |
Uncertain of school expectations | 184 | 84 |
Less intelligent than other students | 108 | 49.3 |
Transitioning to new area | 67 | 30.6 |
Homesickness | 80 | 36.5 |
Don’t fit in with other students | 103 | 47 |
Transportation difficulties | 59 | 26.9 |
Financial concerns | 81 | 37 |
Family illness | 53 | 24.2 |
Death of a loved one | 48 | 21.9 |
Balancing school with romantic life | 163 | 74.4 |
Relationship conflicts with partner/spouse | 48 | 21.9 |