Here are the two graphics to illustrate trends in graduation rates and retention for first-time freshmen at Baylor University over past decade. **Graduation Rates** !Graduation Rates(sandbox:/mnt/data/baylor_graduation_rates.png) **Retention !Retention Rates(sandbox:/mnt/data/baylor_retention_rates.png) ### Analysis of Trends: Graduation Retention Rates Over decade has shown a steady improvement four-year freshmen. In academic year 2013-2014 rate was 63.5% which increased 69.0% by 2018-2019 cohort. This upward trend demonstrates Baylor's effective strategies helping students graduate on time. The within five six years have also seen similar improvements with five-year increasing from 77.5% 79.2% six-year 79.3% 80.1% same period?12†source??13†source??14†source?. returning their sophomore consistently remained high 2012-2013 year 88.2% it gradually increased reaching 90.6% 2021-2022 year. indicates that been successful creating an environment supports engages students encouraging them continue education institution. Conclusion consistent both highlights effectiveness its programs student support services. These positive reflect commitment success ability adapt enhance educational