PHOENIX – Expanding post-secondary accessibility in Arizona could boost the state’s economy by millions of dollars in economic impact, according to a recent study.

The new Unlocking Potential study from the Center for the Future of Arizona showed dual enrollment programs and post-secondary attainment could have major impacts on the economy if made more accessible.

The data showed that more than 90% of Arizona high school students who took a dual enrollment courses pursued a post-secondary education, but noted that number falls to only 48% when talking about all Arizona high school graduates.

Jim Rounds, CEO of the Rounds Consulting Group, told KTAR News 92.3 FM that’s a problem. However, he noted that it could be used to the state’s advantage, with workforce development programs through

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