what is individual development
Individual Development Plans: A Game‑Changer for Minority Students at Serving Institutions
An individual development plan (IDP) is a personalized roadmap, as described in a 2023 study, that helps minority students set academic and career goals (researchgate.net). By breaking aspirations into concrete steps, an IDP turns vague ambitions into actionable milestones. Campuses that embed IDPs into counseling services report stronger retention