The University of Wyoming’s High Altitude Pathway (HAP) program, funded by a three-year
$1.2 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education’s Rural Postsecondary and
Economic Development Program, aims to improve postsecondary enrollment and completion
among rural students in Wyoming. Launched in collaboration with CFES Brilliant Pathways,
the program provides high school students and community leaders with essential tools
and training to enhance college and career readiness. The initiative targets increasing
the number of Wyoming residents with postsecondary education to support the state's
economic growth by preparing students for in-demand careers. The program partners
with 10 public schools, alternative education centers, and after-school programs throughout
the state to implement its objectives and training, impacting up to 2,000 students.
Elevating Rural Student Success
The HAP program focuses on improving postsecondary enrollment and completion rates
among Wyoming’s rural students.
HAP aims to increase the percentage of Wyoming residents with postsecondary education
to 67% by 2025 and 82% by 2040.
HAP offers a 10-Point College and Career Readiness training developed by CFES Brilliant
Pathways.
Essential Skills training covers selecting in-demand careers, applying for postsecondary
education, and mastering soft skills like leadership, communication, and teamwork.
The program engages local community leaders and school staff through College and Career
Readiness Advisor training.
This training helps leaders become trusted mentors, guiding students through the college
application and completion process.
Rock River High School
Whiting High School
Cathedral Home for Children
Goshen County Schools (Goshen County School District #1)
Big Horn County School District #1
Sheridan County School District #2
Eastern Wyoming College (EWC)
Central Wyoming College (CWC)
Fort Washakie High School (from 2023)
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