Illinois Board of Higher Education

The Illinois Board of Higher Education (IBHE) is a state agency that oversees higher education in Illinois. Its main roles include coordinating public universities, community colleges, and private institutions, ensuring quality education, and promoting access to higher education for all residents. The board develops policies, allocates funding, and provides data and analysis to support educational institutions. Ultimately, the IBHE aims to improve the state's higher education system, helping to meet workforce needs and enhance the overall quality of education available to students in Illinois.