The Impact of Sleep Quality on Academic Performance

Adrian Zamora

Co-Presenters: Individual Presentation

College: College of Business and Public Management

Major: BS.MARKETING

Faculty Research Mentor: Salehi, Reza Fazli  

Abstract:

The Impact of Sleep Quality In Academic PerformanceAdrian Zamora, Department of Business Marketing, Kean UniversityCollege students have very busy schedules with classes, jobs, social life, and technologydistractions. This being the reason for poor sleep quality, trouble falling asleep or not feelingrested after waking up. Poor sleep is an important problem that should be given more attentionbecause it affects memory retention and reduces performance during study sessions, tests andassignments. Good sleep quality helps students perform better in classes and achieve highergrades, and a much higher GPA overall.The purpose of this abstract paper is to review what past studies have said about how sleepquality affects academic performance in college students. Research generally shows that studentswith a good sleep quality, and consistent balance sleep schedule, are more likely to reachacademic expectations. Good sleep supports stronger cognitive function and less sleepdeprivation during the day, leading to improvement in learning and higher grades. In contrast,poor sleep quality is linked with low performance due to the lack of focus and retention frompoor sleeping habits. Good sleep habits directly influence cognitive processes needed foracademics, with factors like reduced fatigue and better mood, and poor sleep quality affectsstress and lifestyle habits.These findings suggest that universities could benefit from programs that teach students aboutsleep routines. This would help improve academic performance as well as students lifestyle, andhelp reduce students drop out rates. Future research should test this using real data to helpunderstand how improving sleep can help better academic performance.Keywords: Sleep Quality, Academic Performance, Students, GPA, Sleep habits