The University calculates what percentage of first-time, full-time, bachelor's degree-seeking, freshmen return for the fall of their second year. The university's retention rate goal is 70%. The retention rate, a Key Performance Indicator, for Fall 2012 was 74%.
| Fall-to-Fall | Retention Rate |
| 2011-2012 | 74% |
| 2010-2011 | 76% |
| 2009-2010 | 69% |
| 2008-2009 | 67% |
| 2007-2008 | 69% |
