Post-Secondary Readiness

Which students are ready for college-level success before enrollment decisions are made?

The Post-Secondary Readiness model evaluates whether students are academically prepared for post-secondary coursework by analyzing high school academic patterns and early indicators of success. Built on real student outcomes, the model helps institutions identify readiness earlier—and act sooner.

HOW THE MODEL WORKS

Students are grouped by post-secondary readiness and participation in acceleration pathways.

Early Readiness Symbols

Identifies students academically ready for post-secondary coursework before enrollment decisions are made.

see who needs support

Spots students showing readiness gaps where targeted intervention can improve outcomes.

See who is ready for more

Highlights students ready for AP or Dual Enrollment who are not yet participating.

Actionable student Grouping

Organizes students into clear readiness categories to guide advising, placement, and outreach.

The Impact

Earlier Signals for Post-secondary Success

Post-Secondary Readiness helps institutions identify whether students are academically prepared for college-level work before and during the earliest stages of enrollment. By surfacing readiness signals sooner, institutions can expand access to acceleration opportunities, reduce barriers to entry, and provide targeted support where it matters most.

Actionable Insights for Institutions

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Transfer Readiness

Measures how aligned students are with their target programs.
The Transfer Readiness model evaluates how well a student’s coursework and academic progress align with the requirements of their intended transfer institution and major.

Transfer Shock

Identify students at risk of early disruption—and intervene sooner.
Transfer Shock focuses on the critical first terms after transition, flagging early warning signs that may indicate academic disruption allowing educators to intervene.
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