Discover how states are advancing student-centered learning and competency-based education through innovative policies.

The State of Competency-Based Education Policy Map is an interactive tool developed in partnership with the Aurora Institute. Designed to highlight state-level innovation, this map provides a comprehensive overview of how K-12 education policies nationwide are supporting the shift toward competency-based education (CBE).

Whether you’re a policymaker, educator or advocate, this tool helps you explore how states are enabling personalized, student-centered learning through key policy levers.

Click on a state to view detailed information about:

• State vision and learning frameworks
• Graduation requirements
• Seat time flexibility
• Waivers and innovation pilots
• Funding strategies
• Statewide networks and partnerships

You can also browse related stories and sort by topic or state to see where opportunities for policy growth exist.

This map will be updated regularly as new policies emerge and systems evolve. Join us in tracking the transformation of education, one state at a time.