2019 Legislative Report: The Postsecondary Progress and Success of High School Graduates

Earning a postsecondary credential is increasingly important for individuals, the economy, and the future of Colorado. This report explores both data trends and policy context related to the experience of Colorado’s recent high school graduates in postsecondary education through three sections: 1. Postsecondary enrollment trends 2. Leading indicators of postsecondary success 3. Progress toward a credential. Consistent with the commitments outlined in Colorado’s goal to erase equity gaps, selected data are provided by gender, race/ethnicity, and income.