West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission | Community & Technical College System Email Format
Higher EducationWest Virginia, United States51-200 Employees
The West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission (WVHEPC) works with the state's 12 public four-year campuses and the Community & Technical College System to shape higher education policy and initiatives in West Virginia. Its aims include expanding access to high-quality, affordable education and increasing the share of the workforce with postsecondary credentials, targeting a significant rise in educated workers by 2030. The organization operates within the higher education industry, serving public colleges and universities in the state and coordinating efforts across institutions to improve college readiness, credentialing, and alignment with workforce needs. It is based in Charleston, West Virginia, and maintains a regional focus on advancing postsecondary attainment and innovation across the state's higher education landscape. A recent development includes launches and partnerships related to credentialing and digital badging initiatives, reflecting ongoing efforts to expand credentialing options for students and workers.