CCBA members are part of a growing national movement advancing affordable, accessible, and employer-aligned bachelor’s degree pathways that strengthen local economies and communities, while expanding opportunities for students. Through institutional membership, college leaders develop the partnerships and gain the knowledge and strategic support needed to successfully advocate for, develop, and scale community college baccalaureate (CCB) programs.

Why CCBA Membership Matters

Membership provides community college leaders the insights, partnerships, and national platform necessary to build and expand high-value bachelor’s degree opportunities while advancing workforce development, regional economic growth, and institutional innovation.

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Strategic Benefits for Institutional Leaders

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Presidents and their leadership teams gain access to a national network and practical tools that accelerate institutional success:

  • The nation’s first and most comprehensive inventory of CCB programs, enabling collaboration with peers who have successfully designed and implemented bachelor’s degrees
  • Actionable strategies and tools for labor market analysis, program justification, and curriculum development
  • A curated library of CCB Promising Practices, highlighting proven models for launching and sustaining workforce-aligned bachelor’s programs
  • Timely national updates and policy intelligence to keep institutions informed of emerging trends and legislative developments
  • Eligibility to participate in national initiatives, grants, and recognition programs
  • Discounted access to CCBA’s annual national conference, featuring leading practitioners, researchers, and innovators in community college baccalaureate education
  • Professional development webinars focused on implementation strategies and measurable student success outcomes
  • Guidance from nationally recognized CCB experts and researchers
  • Scholarship and tuition incentive opportunities through CCBA University Partners for students, graduates, faculty, and staff
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Please connect with our Membership Coordinator, Colleen Jahns, at colleen@accbd.org to learn more about how the CCBA can serve your college.