SayPro Postsecondary Education
Research and Learning Opportunities | U.S. Economic Mobility & Opportunity
At SayPro, we believe that equitable access to postsecondary education is a key driver of economic mobility and long-term opportunity in the United States. Our Postsecondary Education program is dedicated to expanding research, innovation, and practical solutions that empower individuals—especially those from underserved communities—to achieve economic success through education.
Advancing Economic Mobility Through Education
SayPro’s approach focuses on bridging the gap between education and meaningful economic outcomes. We support research and pilot programs that explore:
- Access and Affordability: Identifying scalable models that make college more affordable, from tuition support and financial aid optimization to community college pathways and employer-sponsored learning.
- Retention and Completion: Investigating strategies that improve student persistence and graduation rates, especially for first-generation students, adult learners, and students of color.
- Workforce Alignment: Promoting partnerships between educational institutions, industry, and policymakers to ensure that academic programs are aligned with high-demand, high-growth career paths.
- Innovative Learning Models: Supporting competency-based education, stackable credentials, and hybrid/online learning formats that accommodate diverse learner needs and accelerate pathways to economic opportunity.
Key Initiatives
- The SayPro Equity in Education Research Fund: A competitive grant program that funds groundbreaking studies on how postsecondary education can effectively close racial and economic opportunity gaps.
- The Postsecondary Policy Lab: A collaborative initiative bringing together researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to test policy interventions at the intersection of education, workforce, and economic mobility.
- Learner Success Network: A multi-state network of institutions working together to share best practices and innovations that improve student outcomes and support lifelong economic mobility.
Our Impact
SayPro’s work in postsecondary education is already helping shift the national conversation—from a narrow focus on college access to a broader commitment to equitable completion and meaningful career outcomes. Through data-driven insights and on-the-ground partnerships, we are enabling more Americans to gain the education and skills needed to thrive in a rapidly changing economy.