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April 4, 2025
Why 2025 is the year of significant updates to the Carnegie Classifications
Since the Carnegie Classifications were first introduced in 1973, the world – and higher education – has changed tremendously. But the classifications have not. As a result, the Carnegie Classifications largely has used a 50-year-old perspective to organize U.S. colleges and universities as they operate today, and given how the classifications are used by policymakers and others, that has resulted in ... Continue Reading
March 24, 2025
Institutions Across U.S. React to New RCU Designations
For years, the Carnegie Classifications research designations were only open to a narrow set of doctoral-granting institutions. Many colleges and universities across the country were engaging in meaningful research, however, their contributions were not being recognized. As part of our work to redesign the Carnegie Classifications, last month we introduced a Research College and University (RCU) designation to identify research happening ... Continue Reading
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Carnegie Classifications Redesign Better Reflects the Higher Education Landscape and Recognizes Student Success
A new Student Access and Earnings Classification recognizes the wide variety of institutions fostering opportunities for students nationwide Washington, D.C. — The American Council on Education (ACE) and the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching (Carnegie Foundation) published today the latest in a series of updates to the Carnegie Classifications. The redesigned system includes a revision of the historic Basic ... Continue Reading
Carnegie Elective Classification for Leadership for Public Purpose: 2027 Cycle Now Open
Interested campuses can now access and submit applications for the Carnegie Elective Classification for Leadership for Public Purpose (LPP), a prestigious designation recognizing institutions that foster leadership committed to advancing the public good. With an updated framework informed by insights from past applicants, reviewers, and field experts, the 2027 cycle introduces a more accessible and streamlined process. The revised framework ensures ... Continue Reading
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