Corequisite Courses Revolutionize College Success Across U.S. States
A growing number of US states are transforming how students access college-level courses. Instead of traditional remedial classes, they now offer corequisite models—where learners take credit-bearing courses alongside targeted support. Early results from Kentucky, Tennessee, Texas, and Louisiana show these changes are working, even after pandemic disruptions. Kentucky first adopted corequisite education seven years ago, replacing lengthy prerequisite remediation. Since then, nearly two-thirds of students needing extra support now pass college-level math—more than double the previous rate. The state’s progress has continued despite challenges from the pandemic, proving the model’s resilience.
Tennessee has seen even sharper improvements. Gateway math completion has quadrupled since switching to corequisites. Texas colleges have also reported a 36-percentage-point increase in passing rates for students placed directly into college-level math with concurrent support.
Despite these gains, over one million students nationwide still enrol in traditional remedial courses each year. More than 40% never pass these gateway classes, delaying or derailing their education. Louisiana’s recent success mirrors Kentucky’s, with comparable post-pandemic improvements in student outcomes.
The shift comes as states recognise the need to remove unnecessary barriers. Corequisite courses allow students to earn credits immediately while receiving academic help, rather than spending semesters in non-credit remedial classes. Kentucky’s long-term results challenge the idea that higher education cannot adapt to better serve students. With corequisites, more learners are progressing faster and earning credentials without delays. The model’s success across multiple states suggests a scalable solution to a persistent national challenge.
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