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Overview
The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) is a state agency responsible for coordinating among Texas universities and other institutions of higher education.
THECB evaluates the degree programs of Texas universities, sets certain standards, and collects data on higher education outcomes. However, THECB does not directly control universities, which are run by their own boards of regents.
Agency Functions
The major functions of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board are:
- Eliminating unnecessary duplication of resources in higher education institutions;
- Developing and evaluating progress on a long-range master plan for higher education;
- Collecting and making accessible data on higher education institutions;
- Making recommendations to improve the transferability of credits between universities;
- Improving transitions from high school to postsecondary education, and from postsecondary to the workforce;
- Administering financial aid programs as directed by the Texas Legislature.
Governing Board
THECB is comprised of a ten-member board, a commissioner of higher education, and an agency staff consisting of about 260 employees, according to its FY 2022-2023 budget.
The board members are appointed by the governor for six-year staggered terms. Additionally, one non-voting student representative serves for a one year term.
The board meets quarterly in Austin and meetings are open to the public.
