Apply Now: Build Sustainable Progress With HLC’s Academies
Apply Now: Build Sustainable Progress With HLC’s Academies
Seeking improvement at your institution in an area of assessment of student learning or student success? HLC’s Assessment and Student Success Academies are now accepting applications to join the fall 2026 cohort. This is the only application period this academic year, so don’t wait! Apply by June 15.
About the Academies
Assessment Academy
In this four-year program, design and implement a customized project to improve student learning through assessment. Participate in expert-led in-person events, on-campus activities, online project updates and virtual consultations. See how institutions have used the Academy to promote faculty buy-in, strengthen teaching and learning and more.
If you’re attending Higher Learning 2026, visit the Assessment Academy Projects Share Fair to hear about recent graduates’ projects.
Explore the full Assessment Academy experience.
Student Success Academy
Through this two-year program, create a plan to address gaps in data, initiatives, infrastructure and engagement that will guide your institution in systematically improving student success. Move beyond isolated initiatives and build coordinated, sustainable approaches that improve student outcomes.
With live webinars, on-campus inventories, in-person roundtable retreats and virtual consultations, you can methodically and holistically approach your student success challenges and opportunities. An optional third year can help your team further refine and implement your plan. Explore the full Student Success Academy experience.
Learn More! Attend an Informational Webinar
Student Success Academy Informational Webinar
April 21, 2–2:45 p.m. CT: Register Now
May 6, 11–11:45 a.m. CT: Register Now
Assessment Academy Informational Webinar
April 21, 1–1:45 p.m. CT: Register Now
May 6, 12–12:45 p.m. CT: Register Now
Apply Today!
The Academies are open to all institutions accredited by HLC. Join HLC’s email interest lists to stay up to date on the Academies. Apply for the fall 2026 cohort through June 15.
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