The Higher Education Coordinating Commission (HECC) coordinates funding and policy and convenes partners across the public and private higher education arena. HECC is a 15-member volunteer commission appointed by the governor. The agency's authorities include advising the Legislature and governor, providing one strategic vision for Oregon higher education planning, funding and policy; authorizing postsecondary programs and degrees; administering key Oregon financial aid programs; collaborating with partners to oversee programs and administer funding to increase employment opportunities; supporting streamlined academic pathways; workforce training and support for businesses; and evaluating and reporting the success of higher education efforts.

In addition to the offices listed in agency subdivisions​, the HECC has an Office of the Executive Director, responsible for executive leadership, commission administration, communications, legislative affairs, equity leadership, human resources and internal auditing; and administration of the Future Ready Oregon set of workforce and education investments.​

Information about this agency's divisions, offices, programs, etc.

Mailing Address: ​ 3225 25th St. SE. Salem 97302​

Telephone: 503-378-5690

Email: info.hecc@hecc.oregon.gov
Web: oregon.gov/highered​​​ 

Contact: Ben Cannon, Executive Director; Ramona Rodamaker, Deputy Executive Director

Administrative Rules Coordinator: See Contact List for Higher Education Coordinating Commission​

Public Information Officer: Endi Hartigan​

Statutory Authority: ORS Chapter 350​

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