TESTIMONIALS
The growth of the adult
“The professional connections created by UPCEA produce huge value. I now have a … nationwide network of experts who generously share insights and advice and enable ‘benchmarking on the fly’ when I need it.”
market and online learning
Karen Sibley, Dean Continuing Education Brown University
is
transforming
higher
education. Are you ready to lead the transformation at your college or university? Is your institution
“At most Universities today Continuing Education is no longer simply non-credit courses and programs. Instead, CE units are often the community-engaged outreach units, offering credit-bearing programs in ways that reach post-traditional students in flexible ways. UPCEA is the innovative leader and voice of continuing educators today. I have been impressed with both the annual conference and my regional conference in terms of speakers, sessions, and learning. Summits on online learning have been remarkable. For CE administrators with online unit responsibilities, UPCEA is a “must have” in your toolkit of professional development.” Marie Cini, Provost and Chief Academic Officer University of Maryland University College
poised to capitalize on the
“UPCEA is an organization reborn. There is a vitality among all levels of the organization that is very contagious. I look to UPCEA for networking opportunities with senior level administrators who deal with online and professional education.”
opportunities these changes
David Cillay, Vice President Washington State University Global Campus
present? Let UPCEA be your resource.
One Dupont Circle, Suite 615 Washington, DC 20036 upcea.edu
of
Transforming the Future Higher Education
What is UPCEA? UPCEA is the association for leaders in professional, continuing, and online education. Founded in 1915, UPCEA serves 365 institutions, including most of the leading public and private colleges and universities in North America. Based in Washington, D.C., the association serves its members with innovative conferences and specialty seminars, research and benchmarking information, professional networking opportunities, and timely publications.
UPCEA is Your One-Stop Resource for Professional, Continuing, and Online Education in the Adult Market Percent Increase of Adult Student Enrollments in Degree-Granting Institutions 2000–2010
Under Age 25 Age 25+
34%
2010–2020 (projected)
42% 11%
20%
SOURCE: U.S. Department of Education, National Center for Education Statistics
Gain access to the gold standard of research and benchmarking information from UPCEA’s Center for Research and Consulting.
■
Experience UPCEA’s premier professional development opportunities.
■
Connect with a community of professionals engaged in similar work by joining a formal Network in your area of practice.
■
Receive free, expert consultation regarding the online learning environment from the Center for Online Leadership and Strategy.
■
Stay informed about the latest trends through UPCEA’s award-winning InFocus newsletter and Continuing Higher Education Review.
■
Keep up-to-date on critical legislative and policy developments.
■
UPCEA Conferences and Special Seminars: Where Learning and Community Come Together UPCEA’s Annual Conference is THE event to attend if you work in the field of professional, continuing, and online education. The Marketing Seminar is the premier event for marketing practitioners in higher education, delivering practical, hands-on information while connecting attendees to a vibrant community of experienced marketing professionals. The Summit for Online Leadership and Strategy, held in partnership with the American Council on Education, is designed for key thought leaders and practitioners to address topics re-shaping the 21st century university, such as aligning online education with institutional mission and strategy, understanding the policy environment for online education, and how big data is driving efficiency and effectiveness.
Empowering Members
UPCEA Regions: Lead Locally UPCEA’s five Regions provide opportunities for members to examine issues of local and regional importance, develop collaborative initiatives, network with area colleagues, and take advantage of cost-effective professional development at Regional Conferences. UPCEA Networks: Shared Challenges, Shared Solutions Our field has become complex and highly specialized. Members can connect with others in their area of practice through any of six active Networks: ■ Leadership and Strategy ■ Program Management and Innovation ■ Online Management and Design ■ Marketing, Enrollment, and Student Services ■ Outreach, Engagement, and Economic Development ■ International
How Does Your Revenue Compare? Gross Revenue of Professional Continuing Education Units at UPCEA Member Institutions Masters
Public Research
Private Research
$28 million
$38 million
75th Percentile Median 25th Percentile
Median Net Revenue
$13 million
$14 million
$5.5 million
$10 million
$1.9 million
$3.8 million
$2.5 million
$11 million
SOURCE: UPCEA Center for Research and Consulting
BECOME A MEMBER OF UPCEA TODAY! Join online at upcea.edu/membership or call 202.659.3130 to learn more about the benefits of UPCEA membership. Photo Attribution: Nickomargolies at en.wikipedia
$4.4 million $4.3 million