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
National Hispanic Heritage Month
AASCU recognizes the commitment and leadership of our Hispanic member presidents and chancellors.
AASCU’s Hispanic Presidents and Chancellors.58%
of all public four-year Hispanic-serving Institutions are AASCU members.
53%
of all Hispanic or Latino students at public four-year institutions are enrolled at AASCU member institutions.
8%
of all AASCU presidents identified as Hispanic or Latino, compared to 6% of the overall sample. (Source: American Council on Education. American College President Study.
PROMISING PRACTICE
Success Central:
Supporting Underrepresented Students Through Peer Coaching
Central Connecticut State University
To combat the decline in retention and graduation rates among underrepresented student groups in postsecondary education, this university offers an innovative peer-coaching initiative in which mentors address mentees’ unique challenges and support their academic and personal accomplishments.
Read more.
AASCU: Telling Our Story Podcast
Featuring Zulma R. Toro, Reginald Simmons, and Victoria Wallington from CCSU
Listen now.
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