Validation of the Early University Dropout Intentions Questionnaire (EUDIQ-R)

Abstract

Since the implementation of the European Higher Education Area, university dropout rate has become consolidated as an indicator of quality, due to the negative impact it can have. However, there are not many validated instruments available to study it. In this context, the objective of this study was to validate a reduced version of the Early University Dropout Intentions Questionnaire (EUDIQ-R), based on a theoretical model derived from the main studies in this area and with reference to other instruments of interest. To validate the questionnaire, we took a sample of 1921 students from three Spanish universities, and beginning with a preliminary version, produced a final questionnaire with 13 items grouped into three factors: satisfaction, social adaptation, and self-regulation strategies. The final questionnaire had an overall reliability of .865. The subscales also demonstrated satisfactory reliability and the factorial structure of the confirmatory analysis gave good indices of fit, in agreement with the principles, results, and conclusions of studies into dropout.

Measuring Dropout Intention in College Students: A Systematic Literature Review

“…Early University Dropout Intentions Questionnaire (EUDIQ-R) (Bernardo et al, 2022). 2022 2 Screening instrument for students at-risk of dropping out from Higher Education (Casanova et al, 2021).…”

“…However, no literature reviews have been found that focus on instruments that measure dropout intention. While instruments created ad hoc to investigate university abandonment are common, they can lead to omitting important factors, limiting the results and failing to provide a comprehensive vision of the phenomenon (Bernardo et al, 2022). Crucial for understanding and adequately addressing this problem is the access to effective instruments that can enable early detection (Casanova et al, 2021).…”

Understanding the dynamics of college transitions between courses: Uncertainty associated with the decision to drop out studies among first and second year students

“…The instrument used in this research consisted of two standardized questionnaires. First, the Early University Dropout Intentions Questionnaire (EUDIQ-R; Bernardo et al, 2022a). This questionnaire is composed by thirteen items grouped into three factors: satisfaction, social adaptation, and self-regulation strategies.…”