Missouri Higher Education Coordinating Board

The Missouri Higher Education Coordinating Board (MHECB) is a state agency that oversees and coordinates post-secondary education in Missouri. Its main responsibilities include ensuring that colleges and universities meet educational standards, facilitating access to higher education, and promoting collaboration among institutions. The board works to improve the quality of education, increase enrollment, and enhance workforce development by aligning educational programs with the needs of the state. By doing so, it helps ensure that Missouri’s higher education system effectively serves students and supports the state’s economic growth.