Every Community College Is Unique
Some institutions are ready to dive into our most rigorous engagements right away, while others start with targeted experiences that prepare them for holistic change. Each journey can look different, but we work closely with every institution to customize the best path forward. Explore the example journeys below to see how we can meet you where you are.
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Foundations of Transformation
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Coaching
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Holistic Student Supports Opportunity Assessment
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Strengthening Advising Seminar
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Target a Core Strength
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ICAT
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Foundations of Transformation
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Equity Toolkit Webinar
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Culturally Responsive Teaching Practices Workshop
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Foundations of Transformation
This Is Whole College Transformation
The community colleges we work with are distinct: They choose transformation over tradition, curiosity over inaction, innovation over status quo. Achieving the Dream is dedicated to being the trusted partner community colleges seek to better connect the academic, social, and operational dots. We provide institutions with integrated, tailored support for every aspect of their work — from foundational capacities such as leadership, data, and equity to intentional strategies for supporting students holistically, building K-12 partnerships, and more.
Foundations of Transformation
Whole College Transformation starts here. Foundations of Transformation is our core program; it’s a multi-year, intensive engagement led by expert coaches and teams, designed to build foundational capacities that enable sustainable college transformation across leadership, equity, data — and so much more.
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Services
Pursue the right priorities and achieve your goals with our customizable services. We work with colleges ready to build a new foundation and those ready to accelerate what’s already working. Wherever you are in your journey, we’ll help you break through the status quo and catalyze more equitable, economically vibrant communities.
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Our Areas of Expertise
Achieving the Dream is dedicated to being the place where community colleges go to grow. We provide institutions with holistic, tailored support for every aspect of their work — from foundational capacities such as, leadership, data, and equity, to intentional strategies for supporting students holistically, building K–12 partnerships, and more.
Learn More About Our Areas of ExpertiseTrusted Experts for the Journey Ahead
Our experts have worked in community colleges across the country. They’ve seen challenges up close; they understand the tools required to help create smart solutions that address your institution’s unique challenges. With Achieving the Dream, you’ll work directly with our network of experts to create and follow your path to transformation.
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Ready-to-use Tools for a Big Impact
While each institution is unique, it’s critical to learn from each other’s challenges and successes. Use our actionable, field-tested resources to augment your whole-college transformation.
Research & Reports
Stories & Case StudiesTrusted by Leading Community Colleges Across the Country
At Achieving the Dream, you’re in good company: We’ve worked with over 300 colleges in 45 states.
300+
colleges in the Achieving the Dream Network
4M+
students served by network colleges
8,800+
coaching hours provided in 2024
6,800+
registrants to the 2024 DREAM conference and learning events
Continuous Opportunities for Improvement
Join our upcoming webinars, virtual sessions, and events to learn from one another as we work to close equity gaps and improve student outcomes.
Leadership
DREAM 2025
During this 21st annual convening in Philadelphia, thousands of practitioners from over 300 colleges will exchange evidence-based strategies that drive access, momentum, mobility, and community impact.
Holistic Student Supports
AI Workshop Series: Enhancing Student Supports
The third workshop in the series will explore how AI can enhance support services by complementing human capabilities, ultimately improving the student experience. Together we will discuss the potential benefits and challenges of using AI in enrollment management, financial aid, advising, and more.
Holistic Student Supports
Advancing Economic Mobility for Adult Learners: Lessons from the Field
Join us for an insightful webinar hosted by Jobs for the Future (JFF) and Achieving the Dream (ATD), focusing on the Improving Economic Mobility for Adult Learners initiative.
Start Your Journey Today
When institutions are committed to viewing excellence through an equity lens with a clear focus on their students, both students and their communities thrive. Begin your transformation journey by exploring ATD’s services today.
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