State colleges and universities are engines of economic & social mobility.
AASCU intensifies their impact.
We equip our members to advance equitable outcomes, spark civic engagement, and build thriving regions—so diverse learners seeking prosperity can bring America’s promise home.
Unlocking potential, so students can unlock theirs.
We provide high-impact opportunities created by and for passionate leaders of state colleges and universities.
Meet the 350 AASCU institutions serving more than 3 million students.
Our approach empowers these stewards of place to catalyze economic and social mobility.
See them in action.Member Spotlight
AASCU CELEBRATES
Native American Heritage Month
This National Native American Heritage Month, AASCU celebrates our Native American Serving Non-Tribal Institutions (NASNTIs) in increasing access to higher education for Native American students.
While different from Tribal Colleges and Universities, NASNTIs are designated based on the demographics of their undergraduate student enrollment, helping to ensure more Native American students have the opportunity to pursue their academic and professional dreams.
Learn more.
PROMISING PRACTICE
Reviving Enrollment and Ensuring Stability Through Bold Planning
Elizabeth City State University (NC)
Facing plummeting enrollment and high turnover in its leadership ranks, this university took action and created a decisive plan to boost enrollment, retention, and stability. This strategy, implemented from 2016 to 2020, is ongoing to support student success.
Read more.
AASCU: Telling Our Story Podcast
Featuring Farrah Ward, Dana Poole, and Omar Richardson of ECSU
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