Apply Now: Make Measurable Improvement With HLC’s Academies

Seeking improvement at your institution in the areas of assessment of student learning or student success? HLC’s Academies may be able to help. With evidence-based strategies that support sustainable improvement and guidance from expert practitioners, the Academies will guide you through a multi-year experience to make measurable change at your institution. 

HLC’s Assessment and Student Success Academies are now accepting applications to join the fall 2025 cohort. This is the only application period this academic year, so don’t wait! Apply by June 13. 

About the Academies 

Assessment Academy  

Through this two-year program, your team will create a plan to address gaps in your student populations, initiatives, infrastructure and engagement that will guide your institution in systematically improving student success. 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 Assessment Academy timeline. 

Student Success Academy  

Through this two-year program, your team will create a plan to address gaps in data, initiatives, infrastructure and engagement that will guide your institution in systematically improving student success. 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 timeline. 

Need Support from Leadership? 

Share these one-page fact sheets for a brief rundown of the benefits and cost of participation: 

Assessment Academy Fact Sheet

Student Success Academy Fact Sheet

Learn More! Attend an Informational Webinar 

Student Success Academy Informational Webinar

April 22, 10–10:45 a.m. CT | Register Now

May 19, 1–1:45 p.m. CT | Register Now

Assessment Academy Informational Webinar

April 22, 1–1:45 p.m. CT | Register Now

May 19, 2–2:45 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 2025 cohort through June 13. 

Questions?  

Contact [email protected].