University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Chadron State College
University of Nebraska at Omaha
Metropolitan Community College
Mid-Plains Community College
Peru State College
University of Nebraska at Omaha
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture at Curtis
Wayne State College
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Central Community College at Hastings
What's New
- Blog: Commission tracking numerous bills that could affect higher-education in Nebraska
- Notice: Annual Report for Institutions Holding a Recurrent Authorization to Operate in Nebraska
- Commission releases reports on enrollment, degree production
- Blog: Governor appoints new member of Coordinating Commission
- Blog: CCPE honors longtime Commissioner Dick Davis
- Blog: What we do and why we do it
78.6
The percentage of 2009-10 ACE scholarship recipients who went on to college after high school
- compared to just 53.8% of other low-income students. The ACE scholarship enables
low-income Nebraska students to take college courses while still in high school. The Coordinaing Commission
administers the ACE program. Click "refresh" for another Nebraska higher-education number.
14.6
The dollar amount, in millions, awarded to low-income Nebraska college students during the 2011-12 school year through
the Nebraska Opportunity Grant program. The Coordinating Commission administers this program.
Learn moreClick "refresh" for another Nebraska higher-education number.
1867
The year Nebraska’s first state college was created. Known today as Peru State College, the State
Normal School was originally established as an institution to train teachers.Click "refresh" for another Nebraska higher-education number.
1990
The year Nebraskans voted to amend the state constitution and create the current version of the Coordinating Commission,
with increased duties and responsibilities. Nearly every state has a similar agency that coordinates postsecondary activity. Click "refresh" for another Nebraska higher-education number.
1971
The year the Nebraska Legislature combined all public two-year schools in the state to create one system comprised of
six community colleges. Today, there are still six community colleges in the state. Click "refresh" for another Nebraska higher-education number.
11
The number of Commissioners, appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Legislature, that serve as voting members
of the Coordinating Commission. Commissioners serve six-year terms and are either appointed as at-large
members or representing one of the state’s six judicial districts. Click "refresh" for another Nebraska higher-education number.
Welcome
Nebraska's Coordinating Commission for Postsecondary Education (CCPE) serves as an independent voice within Nebraska's higher education system. The CCPE is a state constitutional agency, whose mission is to promote sound policies for Nebraska's state and community colleges and the University of Nebraska. The CCPE balances the best interests of taxpayers, students and Nebraska's postsecondary institutions. Similar agencies are found in nearly every state.
The Coordinating Commission’s responsibilities include:
• Collaborating with the state’s public colleges and universities to implement a plan that will guide Nebraska’s higher education system
• Administering student financial aid programs
• Conducting research and publishing reports on higher education issues
• Authorizing academic programs
• Approving proposals for facilities
• Reviewing institutions' budget proposals and making recommendations to the State Legislature
• Approving applications from out-of-state institutions
Research Spotlight
2012 Nebraska Higher Education Progress Report - This report provides the Nebraska Legislature with comparative statistics to monitor and evaluate progress toward achieving the state's key priorities for postsecondary education. The Commission is required by statute to produce this report annually.