Factors Effects Academic Performance Among Bachelor of Nursing Students

Abstract

Nursing students' academic performance is a critical determinant of their future success and the quality of healthcare services they provide. Academic achievement in nursing education is influenced by a complex interplay of factors, including personal, familial, and institutional elements. Understanding these factors is essential for developing targeted interventions to support nursing students and enhance their academic outcomes. To determine the factors effects academic performance among Bachelor of Nursing Students at College of Nursing, Female Nawabshah. A quantitative research approach was employed, utilizing descriptive research design and convenient sampling technique. A closed-end questionnaire was administered to 200 BSN students from different semesters in selected nursing colleges. The questionnaire captured data on demographic characteristics, parental involvement, study habits, distractions, and academic performance. The home related factors, Students related factors, School related and teacher dynamics. The majority of participants (200 out of total) were within the age group of 18–25 years, representing 96.0% of the total sample. Other age groups included 26–30 (2.0%), 31–35 (2.0%), and a minor proportion in older groups up to 35 years. This study successfully explores those factors that effect on academic performance and also importance of parental involvement, self-motivation, and effective study habits in nursing students' academic performance. The findings have implications for nursing education and practice and highlight the need for targeted interventions to support students and enhance their academic outcomes, foster effective study habits can contribute to improved academic performance and future success in the nursing profession