THE PATH TO 70%

Support far more students on the path to credential attainment

A college education is about more than just me and my needs. I want a college degree so that I can support my future family and provide them with experiences/opportunities my parents could never give me. So many people in my nursing program couldn’t go to school without financial aid.

Emilee, second-year Gonzaga University student and first in her family to attend college

Far too many young people have not enrolled in post-high school education or training as planned, and progress toward their career goals has stalled. Also, a record number of Americans are resigning from their jobs, driven by labor market changes and accelerated by the pandemic. Many career switchers are realizing that they need additional education and training to land a new job.

Progress on Washington Student Achievement Council (WSAC) educational attainment goals and key measures


Progress on Washington Student Achievement Council (WSAC) educational attainment goals and key measures. Click image to explore interactive chart.


Amanda, fourth-year Evergreen State College student and first in her family to attend college

We must take action now to ensure Washingtonians have the opportunities to earn a credential and succeed in the workforce.

PHOTO CREDIT: Girls at picnic bench from above by Alexis Brown on Unsplash

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