Evasão na licenciatura em química no IFPI: uma análise dos indicadores socioeducacionais com base na plataforma Nilo Peçanha (2017–2024)

Abstract

This study aimed to analyze student dropout rates in the Chemistry Teacher Education Program at the Federal Institute of Piauí (IFPI) – Campus Cocal, from 2017 to 2024, based on data obtained from the Nilo Peçanha Platform. This quantitative and documental research investigated variables such as the number of available seats, applicants, new students, enrolled students, graduates, as well as aspects related to race/ethnicity, age group, household income, and enrollment status. The findings revealed high dropout rates, particularly among low-income students, self-declared Black and Brown individuals, and those over 24 years of age. The analysis showed that socioeconomic, pedagogical, and structural factors significantly influence student retention or dropout, with the situation worsening during the COVID-19 pandemic. It is concluded that dropout in Chemistry Teacher Education is not an isolated phenomenon, but rather multifactorial, demanding coordinated institutional policies to ensure adequate conditions for student retention and successful graduation