Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board

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Recent News About Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board

  • A variety of THECB programs aim to alleviate nursing shortage in Texas

    The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) is actively addressing the nursing shortage in Texas through a variety of programs as part of the state's strategic plan for higher education, Building a Talent Strong Texas.According to a statement from THECB, the demand for registered and licensed vocational nurses in Texas is surpassing the current supply, with projections indicating a widening gap over the next decade.Among the programs aimed at addressing this issue is the Emergency and Trauma Care Education Partnership Program (ETEP), which supports training...


  • THECB Awarded $250,000 Grant for Direct Admissions Pathway

    Austin, Texas – The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) has been awarded a $250,000 grant as one of the winners of The Great Admissions Redesign competition, sponsored by Lumina Foundation. The grant is aimed at supporting the design and development of the Direct Admissions Pathway.The Pathway, which will be integrated into My Texas Future, a comprehensive advising tool for Texans looking to pursue higher education, will notify students when they receive direct admission to participating institutions. Students can input their class rank and...


  • State financial aid priority deadline extended to April 15

    Austin, Texas – The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) has extended the state financial aid application priority deadline to April 15 due to continued technical challenges related to completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).