Community College Baccalaureate Association

10/21/2026

New research by Elizabeth Meza, Ph.D. and Dr. Davis Vo highlights CCB student outcomes and degree value: “CCB programs are well-positioned to expand access to — and achievement of — the bachelor’s degree for traditionally underserved students."

Students pursuing bachelor’s degrees at community colleges in Washington state complete them at relatively high rates and, in many cases, faster than community college students who transfer to universities, according to a new research brief. The study found that 46% of students who entered communi...

10/19/2026

Your work deserves a national stage!

From innovative bachelor's degree programs to creative approaches to workforce partnerships and student success, community colleges are doing incredible work.

The CCBA 2027 National Conference is an opportunity to share what's working, learn from colleagues and bring new ideas back to your institution.
What innovative practices would you like to see highlighted?

---> Albuquerque, New Mexico
---> February 17–19, 2027

Explore the conference: https://site.pheedloop.com/event/CCBA2027/home

10/16/2026

LAST CALL! Today's the deadline!

Don't miss your opportunity to share your ideas, innovations and successes at the CCBA 2027 National Conference!

Whether you're advancing access to bachelor's degrees, building stronger workforce partnerships or finding new ways to support students, we want to hear what's working.

Presentation proposals are due TODAY, October 16!

---> Albuquerque, New Mexico
---> February 17–19, 2027

Conference information: https://site.pheedloop.com/event/CCBA2027/home

10/15/2026

1 day left!

Spotlight your innovative community college bachelor’s pathways, programs and practices during ! Submit your presentation proposal for the CCBA 2027 National Conference by October 16 and share your work with a national audience.

Submit your proposal: https://site.pheedloop.com/event/CCBA2027/home
Event: February 17–19, 2027 | Albuquerque, NM

10/14/2026

Big ideas. Real impact.

What's next for community college bachelor's degrees?
Join higher education leaders, innovators and practitioners at the CCBA 2027 National Conference to explore promising practices, innovative programs and strategies that are expanding access to bachelor's degrees and strengthening student success.

Be part of the conversations moving community college baccalaureate pathways forward!

---> Albuquerque, New Mexico
---> February 17–19, 2027

Learn more: https://site.pheedloop.com/event/CCBA2027/home

10/13/2026

Have a community college bachelor's success story, innovative program or promising practice to share?

There's still time to submit your presentation proposal for the CCBA 2027 National Conference!

Help inspire colleagues from across the country with the work happening at your institution.

Proposal deadline: October 16, 2026
---> Albuquerque, New Mexico
---> February 17–19, 2027

Conference details: https://site.pheedloop.com/event/CCBA2027/home

10/13/2026

CCBA Quality Framework Pilot Colleges Launch Self-Assessments Ahead of National Rollout in February

This fall, select CCBA member institutions are serving as pilot colleges in a national effort to strengthen quality standards for community college bachelor's degrees by evaluating their programs against the CCBA Quality Framework and 10 Elements of Quality.

"This milestone represents nearly four years of collaboration, supported by ECMC Foundation, to develop clear, evidence-based standards that help colleges deliver high-quality, workforce-aligned degrees that increase student success, expand career opportunities, and strengthen communities," said CCBA President and CEO, Dr. Cheryl Calhoun.

CCBA Quality Framework for Community College Baccalaureate Degrees CCBA is leading a national effort to strengthen quality standards for community college baccalaureate (CCB) programs by creating the CCBA Quality Framework. The Quality Framework addresses a growing need for clear, evidence-based me...

10/13/2026

Tomorrow!
Learn how colleges use student-intent data to reach prospective students at the right time.

Join CCBA, Brazosport College, and CollegeAPP on Wednesday, October 14, at 12 p.m. CT for:

Precision Recruitment: How Brazosport College Uses Predictive Data
Learn more about audience strategy, digital campaigns, and reaching prospective students interested in bachelor’s programs.

Save your spot: https://yourcollegeapp.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_NpqFdEKIRReuLL1d8XPxqA #/registration

10/09/2026

Share your community college bachelor’s success story!

Showcase your college’s CCB pathways, programs, and practices with a national audience at the CCBA 2027 National Conference.

Presentation proposals are due October 16.

If your college is doing innovative work to expand access to high-value bachelor’s degrees, strengthen workforce connections, or support student success, consider submitting a proposal.

Submit your presentation proposal: https://site.pheedloop.com/portal/event/EVEGKNEPKOLOL/submission/CAL96BVRF6WPY4G/application

Deadline: October 16
February 17–19, 2027 | Albuquerque, NM

https://site.pheedloop.com/event/CCBA2027/home

10/07/2026

A new report by The RP Group presents findings from a CA statewide survey of 4,745 current and recent community college students, focused on the barriers that impede rural students’ transfer and interventions to overcome them.

The data tell the story: Students Are Ready for New Solutions!

Nearly three-quarters (72%) of rural students would consider a community college Baccalaureate Degree Program (BDP)...

Explore the barriers rural students in California face in transferring to universities and learn actionable solutions to enhance their educational journey.