The benefits make a guided pathways model attractive to many institutions, and it’s important to take a methodical approach when preparing for implementation. This guide offers a roadmap of the necessary pre-work for a successful guided pathways adoption.

Though its origins lie in community college reform, the guided pathways model holds promising applications for four-year institutions as well. Why? Because it focuses on key student-centric practices. We help you answer questions, such as:

• How does your graduation rate compare to the national average?
• Is your student information system data valid, accurate, and up-to-date?
• Do your systems allow you to collect and analyze data to identify and advise struggling students?
• Are you effectively using your SIS to help refine your course-planning approach?

Equally important, institutions seek to help students minimize their debt loads while teaching them the skills and knowledge necessary for success in the workplace. These efforts have become increasingly urgent due to greater scrutiny from policymakers, an increase in performance-based funding, the rising cost of education, and growing challenges in the job market. 

If your institution is considering a guided pathways approach, this questionnaire can help you determine your readiness.