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October 6, 202512 min read

Postsecondary Transition: From High School Graduate to College or Career Success

Graduation is not the finish line—it's a transition point. Tracking and supporting students into postsecondary success completes the educational mission.

Postsecondary Transition: From High School Graduate to College or Career Success

Postsecondary Outcomes to Track

  • • College enrollment rates (2-year and 4-year)
  • • College persistence (returning for second year)
  • • Remediation rates
  • • Degree completion
  • • Workforce entry and earnings

Senior Year Preparation

  • • FAFSA completion support
  • • College application assistance
  • • Career exploration and planning
  • • Soft skills development

Graduation Tracking

Monitor credit completion, Michigan Merit requirements, and on-track graduation status.

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Summer Melt Prevention

Many students who plan to attend college don't show up in fall—"summer melt." Combat this with: text campaigns and check-ins, FAFSA verification support, and connection to resources.

Using Outcome Data

Postsecondary outcomes reveal high school effectiveness. Are graduates prepared? Where do they struggle? Use this data to improve current programming.

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Key Takeaways

  • Track postsecondary outcomes: enrollment, persistence, remediation, completion.
  • Prepare seniors with FAFSA support, applications, and career planning.
  • Prevent summer melt with continued contact and support after graduation.

Dr. Emily Rodriguez

Director of Student Support Services

Expert in student intervention strategies with a focus on early warning systems and MTSS implementation.

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