Indiana Commission for Higher Education

The Indiana Commission for Higher Education (ICHE) is a state agency responsible for coordinating the state's public higher education system. Established in 1971, the commission's mission is to promote access to higher education, ensure quality in educational programs, and enhance the state's workforce development. The ICHE works with public colleges and universities in Indiana to develop policies that improve educational attainment and align higher education with the needs of the state's economy. The commission also oversees the distribution of state financial aid and provides guidance on academic programs and institutional performance.