According to the Department of Education, the graduation rate in California dropped to a 10 year low, from 71 percent in 2005 to 67 percent in 2006. Some blame the high school exit exam, accusing it of being biased against kids from underprivileged backgrounds. Other feel the students need more motivation to study.

SF State students express their views on the why the drop off occurred, and what can be done to turn it around.