Archways to Opportunity releases new Impact Report, quantifying its impact on economic opportunity and educational advancement for more than 90,000 crew members — including thousands of Career Online High School graduates.
Since its launch in 2015, McDonald’s and its participating franchisees have invested over $240 million in Archways to Opportunity and helped over 90,000 crew members earn their Career Online High School diploma, receive college tuition assistance, learn English, and access education and career advising services.
To commemorate Archways decade of impact, McDonald’s conducted a survey of current and former Archways participants and highlighted the findings in this 10th Anniversary Report. Participants said Archways led to:
- Unlocked Economic Potential: 80% believed Archways created more economic opportunities for them
- Professional Advancement: 64% said Archways helped them get a promotion more quickly
- New Doors Opened: 72% said Archways created new job opportunities for them
- Generational Firsts: 46% of Archways participants who earned a college degree were first- generation college students
- Career Transformation: 75% said Archways helped them pursue careers in new fields or industries
- Greater Self-Confidence: Nearly 9 in 10 participants said the program gave them greater confidence in their skills and abilities.
COHS Graduate Featured in the Report
Key Data Findings
