The SUCCESS (Supporting Urgent Community College Equity through Student Services) program was established in Massachusetts to provide wraparound support services to community college students facing systemic barriers. The program focuses on serving historically underserved populations, including economically disadvantaged, first-generation, LGBTQIA+, and disabled students. The report submitted to the Massachusetts Legislature outlines the progress made in implementing SUCCESS, detailing the distribution of funds, services provided, and participant demographics. In FY23, the program served an estimated 8,657 students, nearly doubling the number from the previous year, and emphasized the importance of proven practices in enhancing student outcomes.

The funding for SUCCESS is allocated based on a formula that considers the equity enrollment of each college, ensuring that all 15 community colleges receive support tailored to their specific student needs. The report highlights various services offered, such as academic advising, mentoring, and financial counseling, with a significant portion of the budget dedicated to personnel costs. The evaluation plan includes metrics for assessing the program's effectiveness, such as retention and graduation rates, and aims to continuously improve the initiative based on data-driven insights. Overall, SUCCESS represents a collaborative effort to enhance educational equity and support for community college students in Massachusetts.