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Arizona’s Postsecondary Push Falters | Tucson News
Arizona’s ambitious goal to get 70% of high school grads into postsecondary education by 2030 is falling short—only half are enrolling within a year, a troubling drop that leaves the state far below the national average. Despite pouring over $166 million into programs like dual enrollment and scholarships since 2017, results remain stagnant. Experts blame fragmented efforts and lack of leadership, while students question the value of college amid a shifting job market and rising debt. Yet, local success stories like Santa Cruz County show that coordinated, student-focused strategies—with…
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