Case studies about the Guided Pathways Framework for college students navigating college and achieving their goals
Title: Centering the Role of Advising Redesign for Effective Guided Pathways Implementation
Authors: Community College Research, Praxis, and Leadership (CCRPL) at the University of Pittsburgh School of Education and the Center for Innovation in Postsecondary Education at South Alabama
Publication Date: January 9, 2026
Summary: Guided Pathways is an evidence‑based, whole‑college framework that helps students navigate higher education through clear program maps, proactive advising, and integrated support systems—leading to faster completion and stronger transitions to transfer or living‑wage careers. The framework provides sustained, relationship‑based guidance to keep students on track and empowered to make informed decisions throughout their academic journey.
This case study highlights six institutions—three community colleges and three Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs):
- Community College of Aurora (CCA), located in Aurora, Colorado
- Prince George’s Community College (PGCC), located in Largo, Maryland
- Sinclair Community College (SCC), located in Dayton, Ohio
- Claflin University (CU), located in Orangeburg, South Carolina
- Johnson C. Smith (JCSU), located in Charlotte, North Carolina
- Winston-Salem State University (WSSU), located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina
