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Read up on the latest news from HLC. Access publications covering issues facing higher ed and supporting member colleges and universities.
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Promising Practices: Certificate Plus Degree Pathways
A suite of new resources available for institutions related to certification plus degree pathways.Â
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Updated Resource: When Is an Institution Eligible to Choose a Pathway?Â
When is an institution eligible to choose between the Standard and Open Pathway? What’s involved in that decision? See HLC’s updated overview of Pathway eligibility for these answers and more.Â
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Triad News
2026 appropriations, federal funding and state higher ed policy trends.
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2025–26 Substantive Change Materials AvailableÂ
See what’s new in HLC’s substantive change applications and screening forms.
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Did You Know? Students Reach Out to HLCÂ
In addition to the many ways HLC provides for students to be heard — and involved — in the accreditation process, they also reach out in their own ways.
Publications
Exploring Certifications Plus Degree Pathways
Check out this resource collection from ANSI-affiliate Workcred, the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), and the League for Innovation in the Community College (League for Innovation) that demonstrates how institutions can prepare students for living-wage careers through pathways that integrate associate degrees and industry certifications.
2025 Trends
HLC compiles an annual list of higher education trends to inform its work to support member institutions and provide insight into the future of postsecondary education.
Student Records
New white paper written in collaboration with the higher ed compacts illustrates the variety of activities, across the Triad, to help students gain access to student records.
HLC’s Resource Guide
HLC’s Resource Guide provides members with answers regarding accreditation. Download your best resource today!
Accreditation Guidelines
HLC guidelines have been developed to assist institutions and peer reviewers in determining whether an institution is meeting the Criteria for Accreditation or other HLC requirements.
