Tennessee Higher Education Commission

🎓Youth apprenticeships are paving the way for Tennessee companies to build reliable talent pipelines while providing students with real-world experience that leads to strong, fulfilling careers.​ #TNWorks #WorkforceDevelopment​ @TNECD • @TNDeptofLabor youtube.com/watch?v=ZKq1WI…

A Tennessee state grant didn't just help Lillian Johnson's white-water rafting business, @wahoosadventures, stay afloat during a tough season. It also helped her care for her community's natural resource, the Nohilchucky River. 🌊 🏞️​ @TNECD • @TNDeptofLabor • @TNHumanServices

TN Direct Admissions connects you to 50+ Tennessee colleges and universities ready to welcome you. Take the next step and find your fit! 🎓 ➡️ CollegeforTN.org/Direct-Admissi…

College Made Easy: Acceptance and Financial Aid, Delivered to You. ➡️ Discover your options: CollegeforTN.org/Direct-Admissi… #TNDirectAdmissions

Across Tennessee, a powerful collaboration is in motion. Through TNWorks, businesses get one-stop access to a statewide workforce network, simplifying how they meet workforce needs. Together, we're building a stronger, more prosperous future. 🌟​ #TNWorks #SingleSourceWorkforce

Read THEC’s release + the full study ⬇️ tn.gov/thec/news/2025…

Tennessee Reconnect is delivering real results for adult learners! A new study from @UTBoydCenter shows: • Reconnectors finish college at MUCH higher rates than adults who go it alone. • After graduating, their incomes grow faster than those without a Navigator. 🔗in comments

🚨 LAST DAY to apply for @TNPromise! High School Seniors — this is your final chance to earn FREE tuition at a Tennessee community or technical college. Apply by midnight at TNPromise.gov!

Nearly 1 in 4 students from TN's 2018 cohort participated in a Tennessee Transfer Pathway, helping pave the way to a four-year degree. Celebrate transfer excellence during National Transfer Student Week, Oct 20–24, 2025. #transferstudentweek Source: ow.ly/g2iP50XgxG3

One-third of transfer students in Tennessee earned both an Associate and a Bachelor’s degree within six years! Celebrate their success during National Transfer Student Week, Oct 20– 24, 2025. #transferstudentweek Source: ow.ly/f88x50Xgxxw

Nearly half of Tennessee's 2018 cohort in a transfer pathway made the move! Celebrate their success during National Transfer Student Week – October 20–24, 2025. #transferstudentweek Source: ow.ly/Rg9m50Xgx9b

Transfer students finish strong 💪 They have higher 6-year graduation rates than non-transfer students statewide. Celebrate their success during #transferstudentweek | Oct 20-24, 2025

Nearly 1 in 3 TN higher ed students are transfer students! Their journeys strengthen our campuses & communities. Celebrate them during National Transfer Student Week – Oct 20-24, 2025. #transferstudentweek

🎉 Congrats to @etsu for receiving a $29M GEAR UP grant—the 2nd largest in university history! The 7-year award will expand college access for 5K+ middle school students across NE Tennessee. 🔗 news.etsu.edu/articles/etsu-… #GEARUP #CollegeAccess #Tennessee

We’re Hiring at THEC! ➡️ Capital & Facilities Policy Analyst ➡️ Grant Program Manager ➡️ Veterans Education Specialist Learn more and apply here: lnkd.in/gAE5e_a9

THEC was honored to host the Master Plan Convening of Tennessee’s Boards of Trustees & Regents. Huge thanks to @MTSU for their hospitality! Grateful to all who joined to help chart the future of higher education in TN—an inspiring two days of collaboration & vision! #TNBOTR2025

🎓✨ Attention, students! Don't miss your chance to secure your future! The deadline to complete your TN Promise application is approaching fast—November 3, 2025, is just around the corner! 🌟 Apply at TNPromise.gov! Take the first step towards your college education and financial support. This is your opportunity to access tuition-free community college or technical education in Tennessee. ✅ Apply today and pave the way for your bright future! #TNPROMISE #CollegeBound #FutureLeaders #EducationMatters #ApplyNow @TNHigherEd @CollegeSystemTN @TNedu

Thank you to @TNHigherEd for hosting me at your BOTR Meeting. I’m confident the educational leaders in attendance are prepared to adapt and meet the challenges of today head on!

Today we’re proud to unveil THEC’s new look and a new chapter for our agency! All initiatives are now unified under the Tennessee Higher Education Commission name, reflecting our mission, values, and commitment to advancing higher education in Tennessee.

A new look for THEC. A new chapter for Tennessee higher education. Full reveal Monday. 👀