O orçamento das IES públicas e sua relação com as políticas de permanência universitária: um estudo de caso aplicado na Universidade Estadual do Piauí

Abstract

Introduction: this research analyzes the relationship between the budget of the State University of Piauí (UESPI) and university retention policies from 2020 to 2024. Objective: to verify if there is a relationship between the budget of the State University of Piauí and the effectiveness of university retention policies from 2020 to 2024, assessing how resource allocation impacts student retention. Methodology: the approach adopted is both qualitative and quantitative, involving analysis of UESPI's Action Reports and budgetary data from the Piauí Transparency Portal, using graphs to compare the overall budget with resources allocated to student assistance. Results: a progressive increase in the number of scholarships allocated to student assistance and in the amounts allocated is observed, coinciding with the reduction in dropout rates presented by UESPI. However, the low budgetary proportion and the inflexibility of personnel expenses indicate limitations for expanding retention programs. It is concluded that, although there has been progress, the expansion of policies depends on more robust and diversified allocations, contributing to debates on public budgeting and inclusion in state higher education.