Reduced Drop Out Rate For Computer Science

HE Search About Our Story Board of Directors Our People Our Partners Social Impact Bonds What are SIBs? SIB Feasibility Studies SIBs Around the World Our SIBs Impact Advisory Practice What is Impact Investing? Impact Advisory Services Resources News Publications Newsletters FAQs Videos Careers Contact Us Social Finance Israel HomeOur SIBsReducing dropout rates in higher education Reducing dropout rates in higher education The Social Issue Israel, a country whose economy relies heavily on human capital, faces a shortage of engineers and programmers who will lead the next generation of technological innovation. To pursue computer science and engineering degrees, students are first required to meet competitive admissions criteria and are then faced with rigorous and demanding curricula. 85% of the students who drop out of Computer Science studies do so in their first year, and are likely to come from disadvantaged populations. These students may come from ethnic minorities, live in the geographical periphery, or are the first generation in their family to pursue higher education. The Social Impact Bond to reduce dropout rates was the first SIB launched in Israel, as well as the first in the world in higher education. SFI believes that it has the capacity to scale this model, and implement it in various other institutions and fields of study, both in Israel and around the world. Israel´s prosperity depends heavily on its skilled labor force. High dropout rates result in detrimental economic losses, to the student, the institution, and the national economy: 1.The Student suffers a loss of time, effort, tuition fees, and a high-paying income in their future career. 2.The Institution suffers a loss in future tuition revenue and income from the Council for Higher Education for successful graduation of students. 3.The Economy suffers from stagnant levels of much needed engineers and developers, and the loss of contribution to GDP. The intervention program is led by the Aluma organization, in cooperation with other organizations that help supply each student with a personal, tailored solution for their specific challenges. Each student ­­­receives a "toolbox” for their success, with consistent consultations with program mentors. At the end of each program year, the dropout rate is measured and compared to historical data. In bringing this initiative to fruition, SFI is establishing best practices that will inform the efforts of other social organizations and institutions of higher education nationwide. The Numbers Number of Beneficiaries 600 Computer Science Students Capital Raised 8 Million ₪ Project Duration 8 Years The Model The Partners Do you have an idea for a Social Impact Bond? Site Map About Social Impact Bonds Impact Advisory Practice Resources Contact Us Investor Inquiry STEM Interactive Map Mailing List Newsletter For news and updates Join our mailing list E-mail Contact Us Social Finance Israel 17 Eliezer Kaplan Tel Aviv, Israel 6473418 Tel: 03-632-9881 Fax: 03-632-9882 info@socialfinance.org.il Social Finance Israel Social Finance Israel Social Finance Israel Social Finance Israel Social Finance Israel Social Finance Israel © All rights reserved - Social Finance Israel Sivan-Group - Branding