CHE extends condolences on the passing of Joseph R. Pye
Mon, 03/09/2026
CHE joins the education community across the state in mourning the passing of Joseph R. Pye, a lifelong South Carolina educator and longtime member…Dr. Perez: CHE is a small agency with a big impact
Mon, 03/02/2026
I bet you’ve never heard of the South Carolina Commission on Higher Education. If you have it’s probably because you or someone you know…SC joins national initiative to strengthen holistic advising for student success
Fri, 02/27/2026
South Carolina will be one of seven states to participate in a new national initiative led by the State Higher Education Executive Officers…CHE Announces FAFSA First Challenge Early Bird Winners
Fri, 02/06/2026
Today CHE announced the winners for the Early Bird Award (highest FAFSA completion by Feb. 1) component of its FAFSA First Challenge. CHE facilitates…Analytics: CHE launches Fall Enrollment Dashboard, expands Transfer Outcomes Dashboard data
Wed, 02/04/2026
CHE has released a new Fall Enrollment Dashboard and updated data on its Transfer Outcomes Dashboard in a continuing effort to expand access to…From math pathways to AI: CHE’s new forum highlights innovation in academic affairs
Fri, 01/30/2026
CHE hosted its first-ever Strategic Innovation in Academic Affairs Forum on Jan. 29, convening higher education professionals from across the state…CHE mourns passing of former chair Dr. Layton McCurdy
Thu, 01/29/2026
Today CHE mourns the passing of Dr. Robert Layton McCurdy, a distinguished physician, educator, and public servant who chaired the Commission from…CHE selects three-institution collaboration for new Center of Excellence in Math Education
Fri, 01/16/2026
CHE announced today the award for the establishment of a new collaborative Center of Excellence in Math Education, selecting a three-institution…CHE approves six new degree programs aligned with SC priority occupations
Thu, 12/04/2025
Six new academic degree programs were approved at today’s business meeting, offering new academic pathways for students to enter high‑demand careers…CHE releases 2025 Statistical Abstract
Thu, 12/04/2025
The CHE 2025 Statistical Abstract is now available, offering the most comprehensive source for current data on South Carolina’s system of…