[company_age]106.0[/company_age][employees]501-1000 employees[/employees][funding]grant[/funding][description]The American Council on Education (ACE) is a non-profit organization that champions the value and impact of higher education in the United States. Founded in 1918, ACE represents over 1,700 colleges and universities, as well as state and regional higher education organizations. ACE's mission is to shape effective public policy and foster innovative, high-quality practices in higher education. ACE's work is guided by its core values of equity, access, quality, and accountability. ACE offers a variety of programs and services to its members, including advocacy, research, professional development, and accreditation. ACE also publishes a number of resources on higher education, including the annual "American College President Study" and the "Race and Ethnicity in Higher Education" report. ACE is a trusted source of information and expertise on higher education issues, and its programs and services help institutions improve their performance and serve students more effectively. ACE is committed to postsecondary access and success, and its evaluation of corporate and military training experiences ensures that all quality learning is connected and counted. ACE's cutting-edge research and member insights on key higher education issues inform its offerings and help mobilize the community to enhance institutional performance. What sets ACE apart is its comprehensive approach to supporting higher education, encompassing advocacy, research, professional development, and accreditation. This multifaceted approach allows ACE to address the diverse needs of its members and contribute to the overall advancement of higher education in the United States.[/description][ps]Advocacy, research, professional development, accreditation, annual meeting, awards, and research & insights.[/ps]