Texas is preparing more students to join the workforce and drive the economy than ever before. Our colleges and universities are critical partners in this effort, from public two-year technical and community colleges to four-year institutions and independent colleges and universities.

The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board is a resource, partner, and advocate for institutions of higher education and the more than 1.3 million students they serve. Our support is wide ranging:

  • Providing student financial aid and institutional grants
  • Collecting and disseminating digital learning resources
  • Facilitating high-demand credential programs
  • Backing work-based learning programs
  • Delivering training for institutional and systems leaders
  • Overseeing, collecting, and synthesizing data from institutions so we can see how Texas is meeting its higher-ed goals

We are proud to support Texas colleges and universities in developing talent that drives the economy and accelerates innovation. With a focus on student equity, access, and success, we are working together to ensure all Texans can participate in, benefit from, and contribute to the unique opportunities of our great state.

Institutional Resources

Academic Program Resources

Click for more information about our role overseeing the development of new programs and changes to existing programs, as well as periodically reviewing existing programs.

Data Submission and Reporting

Click to view instruction manuals, portals, and resources for institutions required to submit data, documents, reports, and more. We collect and report facilities, financial, and student-level data.

Other Institutional Resources

Click to learn about the leadership, guidance, expertise, and resources we provide to improve quality and efficiency in higher education across Texas, including resources related to academic standards and policies, transfer resources, and more.

Programs of Study

Click to read about programs of study, which align academic standards in college and career readiness and career and technical education with the knowledge, skills, and abilities students are expected to demonstrate.

Technology Innovation and Commercialization

Click to learn more about resources we provide to support innovation and commercialization efforts at higher education institutions across Texas, including a statewide plan focused on technology transfer, innovation ecosystems, and foundational supports for innovation.

Institutional Certification and Compliance

Click to access a forms portal developed by THECB where institutions can submit documentation for various legislative requirements.

Digital Learning

Click to learn about our efforts to advocate and provide leadership for digital learning in higher education. Our resources include OERTX, an online repository of free open educational resources for Texas educators and students.

Training

Click for information about the training opportunities we provide, both in person and virtually, to support our institutional and system leaders, including Title IX training and training for governing board members.

Institutional Financial Support

Community College Finance

Click to learn more about how House Bill 8 transformed the way Texas’ community colleges are funded, moving to a modern and dynamic outcomes-based formula that reflects the needs of our world-class economy.

Grant Opportunities

Click to view the grant and funding opportunities available from THECB to a wide range of partners, including public universities and colleges, Texas hospitals, and other eligible entities.

Funding Resources

Click to learn about the funding we provide for Texas public institutions of higher education, including, where applicable, general academic institutions, health-related institutions, and community, state, and technical colleges.

Research Funding in Texas

Click to learn more about funding efforts for scientific research at higher education institutions. This research is vital for developing knowledge that leads to groundbreaking innovations. Investing in and expanding research is one of our strategic goals.

Student Financial Aid Programs

Click to learn about our Office of Student Financial Aid Programs, through which we administer state financial aid programs. We aim to deliver excellent customer service and provide training for Texas students, borrowers, and institutions of higher education.

Expanding Access to Educational Resources

Explore the OERTX Repository, a collection of online, open educational resources. Create OER and collaborate with educators.

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