Everything to Gain
. . . in our economy, in our workforce, in our communities and as individuals - when students continue their education after high school.
Arizonans must come together now to add the more than 500,000 degrees and certificates by 2030 to reach Arizona’s statewide attainment goal.
Getting there will require improvements throughout the PreK-20 education system to increase the college-going pipeline and will mean that Arizona adults also continue their education and training after high school.
It’s an ambitious but achievable goal—especially if we work together. And, Arizona has everything to gain from investing in education and training beyond high school.
Recent research from Helios Education Foundation and Education Forward Arizona shows that Arizonans who pursue education after high school experience higher lifetime earnings, better health, and more economic opportunities. Increasing higher education enrollment by just 20 percent per cohort could lead to more than $5 billion in economic gains for Arizona each year.
NEW! Public Opinion Poll 2
Our recent survey of 600 Arizona residents aged 18 to 44, who haven’t pursued education beyond high school, reveals the barriers Arizonans face in continuing postecondary education and training. Explore the findings.
Public Opinion Poll 1
Results from our poll conducted in November 2024 reveal how Arizona voters feel about prioritizing postsecondary education. Access the report.
Open Letter
Arizona college presidents clearly communicate the value of college. Read more here!
Billions To Gain
Report reveals the benefits of education after high school for individuals, communities, and the state’s economy. See the data.
Meet Rodrigo!
Learn how Education Forward Arizona’s College Knowing & Going initiative helped prepare Rodrigo for college. Read his story.
Explore the multiple learning options offered by Arizona colleges and universities.
Arizona State University
Arizona Western College
Central Arizona College
Cochise College
Coconino Community College
Diné College
Eastern Arizona College
Grand Canyon University
Maricopa Community Colleges
Mohave Community College
Northern Arizona University
Northland Pioneer College
Pima Community College
University of Arizona
Yavapai College
Learn More & Take Action
Join Education Forward Arizona as we advocate for investments in education beyond high school. Explore the research and find ways to get involved below.