Boredom
Students often drop out of high school and college due to apathy or boredom. High school students often report that academic content isn't interesting and they don't have a personal connection with their teachers, according to an article in "Psychology Today." High school dropouts and college students may have other alternatives that seem more appealing, such as getting a job or starting a career. High school students who aren't interested in going to college may not see the value of a high school education. Boredom is a problem that must be addressed by students, parents, school faculty and education boards to see if better course offerings and more student-teacher interactions would help.
Academic Struggles
High school and college students often drop out because they struggle academically and don't think they'll have the GPA or credits necessary to graduate. Some high school students don't want to risk failing, which could mean summer school or another year of high school. College students' academic problems often lead to a loss of scholarships or grants and may result in having to repeat classes to earn needed credits.
Lack of Parental Support
The lack of parental involvement is a problem that often leads to higher drop out rates, especially with high school students. Parents play an important role when it comes to high school attendance. High school dropouts often have parents who weren't engaged or concerned with their academic success. If a parent doesn't encourage her child to stay in school, show interest in classes and teachers, communicate with administration, or pay attention to homework assignments, the child might not see any reason to follow through with the coursework. When parents don't prioritize their child's high school education, the child may choose to drop out.