IHL Board (Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning Board)

The Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning (IHL) Board is a governing body responsible for overseeing public colleges and universities in Mississippi. It sets policies, manages budgets, and makes strategic decisions to ensure higher education institutions provide quality education and serve students effectively. The board’s role includes approving budgets, campus expansions, and academic programs, while also promoting accountability and efficient use of resources across the state's public higher education system. It functions as a leadership and oversight entity to support the growth and success of Mississippi’s higher education institutions.