The goal is that by 2025, 60% of our local work-force will have a high-quality credential or college degree.

 

How does Central Florida rank in degree attainment?

Florida ranks only 22nd out of 50 states for degree attainment in the United States. Central Florida also lags behind in degree attainment, with only 45% of individuals earning a degree in Osceola, Orange and Seminole. In order to reach Goal 2025, we will need to increase the attainment rate by 15% for Central Florida residents.

 
 

A Look at Degree Attainment Rates

Source: Prepared by the Florida College Access Network (2020): United States Census Bureau, American Community Survey 1-year estimates; Lumina Foundation, Stronger Nation Report, 2017. Degree attainment rate represents percent of working-age adults (25-64) with an associate’s degree or higher.
 
 

How does central florida compare in FAFSA Completion Rates?

As of 2020, less than half of all high school seniors in the state of Florida filled out the FAFSA. FAFSA completion varies from 36.3% to 42% in the tri-county area. 

 
 

A Look at FAFSA Completion Rates

Source: Florida FAFSA Tracker (2020): FAFSA Tracker Data figures based on analysis by Data Insight Partners (2020) FAFSA submission and completion data for 12th graders.
 

Expanding education for a stronger Central Florida workforce.

UpliftED is a collective effort aimed at reducing barriers to post-secondary education for local students.