The purpose of the committee is to examine the number and nature of baccalaureate degree holders in Wisconsin as compared with other states, determine why Wisconsin is lagging behind, and recommend cost-effective and collaborative strategies to provide access and opportunities to expand the number of degree completers in our state.

The effort will involve:

• Examining data on degree production in Wisconsin versus other states;
• Reviewing strategies used in other states to enhance degree production;
• Seeking input from decision makers and stakeholders in Wisconsin;
• Considering proposals to expand access to new or existing degree programs; and
• Recommending proposals to the Presidents of the two Systems.

History and Background

• Press Release
• Six Point Plan
• Original Committee Members
• 2004 Archive of Meeting Agendas, Minutes, etc.

COBE 2010-2011 Grant

• 2010-11 Cover Page
• RFP
• Budget Form
• Appendix A

2010 COBE Showcase

• Improving Student Preparation through Dual Credit Programming
• Strategies in Developmental and Remedial Math Education
• Processes and Practices for Prior Learning Assessment
• Degree Programs for the Adult Learner and Place Bound Student

• View Program Sessions
• Handout (pdf)

Final Report

• Final Report (pdf)
• Report Summary (pdf)

Related Resources

• Education Commission of the States (ECS)
• Postsecondary Issues
• AACC & AASCU
• "Access to the Baccalaureate" Initiative
• American Council on Education (ACE)
• Improving Lives: Ensuring the Academic Success of Low-Income Adults