A new analysis argues that expanding access to high-quality college and career readiness (CCR) programs alone won’t guarantee long-term success for students. Instead, the focus should shift toward strengthening the underlying infrastructure—such as data systems, partnerships, and equitable resource allocation—that supports these initiatives. Without robust systems in place, even well-funded programs risk inefficiency or uneven outcomes. Experts suggest that scalable impact depends on addressing structural gaps before scaling up further.
Why building CCR infrastructure—not more programs—is key to scalable student impact.
