Committed to improving college access and success in higher education for all students, with a special focus on underserved populations

Initiative

Postsecondary Data Collaborative (PostsecData)

Through the PostsecData Collaborative, IHEP is leading efforts to improve postsecondary education data quality and use. For example, in May 2016, IHEP collaborated with partners to publish 11 policy papers on Envisioning the National Postsecondary Infrastructure in the 21st Century – the largest effort to date aimed at improving national postsecondary data systems. Explore the policy recommendations here.

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News & Commentaries

Oct 30, 2020

“Things Move at The Speed Of Trust:” Community Connections Continue To Close Higher Education Attainment Gaps Even In The Midst Of The Covid-19 Pandemic

Oct 27, 2020

IHEP and 24 Higher Education Organizations Urge Policymakers and Higher Education Leaders to Improve Higher Education Transfer Policies and Practice

Oct 23, 2020

IHEP and 15 Organizations Respond to the Financial Aid Elements of FSA's Draft Strategic Plan

Oct 23, 2020

IHEP and 13 PostsecData Member Organizations Provide Comments on the Office of Federal Student Aid's Draft Strategic Plan FY 2020-24

Policy Priorities

Affordability & Need-Based Aid

Need-based aid does more than make college more affordable - it makes college possible.

Data & Transparency

Strong use of data promotes strong student outcomes.

Degree Completion

To close equity gaps, students must cross the degree completion finish line.

Higher Education for Students Impacted by the Criminal Justice System

The criminal justice system is filled with potential students who stand to benefit the most from high-quality postsecondary education.

Innovative Strategies to Close Postsecondary Attainment Gaps: Advocating for Change During Times of Crisis

In the face of major threats, most people have one of three responses: fight; flight; or freeze. As the United States navigates severe crises in 2020, a fourth option has emerged: collaborate. Advocating for Change During Times of Crisis shares how Mobile Areas Education Foundation (MAEF) actively advocated to ensure none in the region’s most marginalized communities were left behind in the rapid shift to online higher education in March 2020 as a result of the global health crisis.

Supporting Success: The Higher Education in Prison Key Performance Indicator Framework

Recognizing the transformative potential of higher education for justice-involved individuals, the Institute for Higher Education Policy (IHEP) with an advisory council of experienced higher education in prison (HEP) practitioners, data experts, and dedicated advocates, with input from students who are incarcerated, developed guidance to properly identify and benchmark quality higher education in prison (HEP) programs nat