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Start to Finish

To achieve measurable progress on VSCS priorities, in September 2017 the Chancellor and Board endorsed Start to Finish, an initiative to align and advance efforts across the system to increase academic success and retention in the first year, on-time completion of a VSCS degree or other credential of value, and progression within the system to further learning.

Why Start to Finish?

One of the six strategic priorities of the VSCS is to improve the retention and graduation rates at our colleges.  While retention and graduation rates across the VSCS are comparable to similar institutions nationwide, the board recognizes the growing body of national evidence from “game-changing” strategies that can significantly increase student success, many of which are in some stage of implementation across the system. A related strategic priority adopted by the board is to operate as an even more integrated system that provides expanded student opportunities and supports by improving the technology infrastructure and reducing transferability and course-sharing barriers.  Finally, the board recognizes the critical need for the VSCS to contribute to Vermont’s 70×2025 attainment goal and the future social and economic well-being of our state by increasing the number of Vermonters who complete a degree or credential of value.

Strategies and Action Steps

VSCS Academic Retreat 2019
2019 Resources:
Nikolas Huot Keynote Presentation
Dr. Anita Long Building a Productive Mindset /  Resource List

2018 Resources from the 2018 VSCS Academic Retreat: Paths to Graduation
Dr. Dhanfu Elston Keynote Presentation
VSCS Data Overview and Individual Institution Detail
Complete College America site resources on academic program mapping and “15 to Finish” messaging to full-time students.
Presentation on Competency-Based Solutions




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