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CHE mourns passing of Mike LeFever, reflects on service and leadership

The South Carolina Commission on Higher Education mourns the passing of former Interim Executive Director Mike LeFever, whose leadership and…

New CHEMIS platform enhances data navigation, appearance, functionality

The South Carolina Commission on Higher Education has transitioned to an upgraded database for higher education data as part of our continued effort…

College Application Month kicks off, more than 250 schools expected to host events

Although the school year is just getting started, many high school seniors across the state are already focusing on the transition to college during…

SAA staff honored with national awards for service to Veterans’ Education

Two members of the South Carolina Commission on Higher Education's State Approving Agency, Office of Academic Affairs and Licensing, were recognized…

SCNG CAP Application Window Extended to Aug. 8

On July 29, the South Carolina National Guard College Assistance Program (SCNG CAP) online application experienced technical issues, which were…

Dalton and Linda Floyd Campus Safety Conference Returns After a Decade

CONWAY, S.C. -- The South Carolina Commission on Higher Education (CHE), in partnership with the South Carolina Higher Education Foundation, hosted…

FY 2025-26 budget boosts CTP scholarships and foster youth grants

Starting this fall, students enrolled in the state’s College Transition Programs and students in foster care will have access to increased…

State Scholarship and SC Residency Summer Workshops Announced

The South Carolina Commission on Higher Education will host three Summer Residency and State Scholarship Workshops in July to support institutional…

CHE welcomes Dr. Angela Peters as director of Academic Affairs and Licensing

Dr. Angela W. Peters joined the South Carolina Commission on Higher Education today as the agency’s Director of Academic Affairs and Licensing,…

Annual tuition assistance cap for SC National Guard members more than doubles this fall

Service members using the South Carolina National Guard College Assistance Program (SCNG CAP) will be eligible for a significant boost in state…