Despite progress in the number of Washingtonians receiving postsecondary credentials, there are persistent gaps in attainment rates for underrepresented minority groups. Notably, the Hispanic population is the state's second-largest racial/ethnic group, but educational outcomes lag behind their white counterparts. Narrowing these equity gaps requires proactive and targeted policies and programs focused on increasing college access and completion for students of color. While there is no one-size-fits-all solution, this Research Spotlight presents evidence from research that has shown promising results.