The American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers
AACRAO empowers higher education professionals worldwide with leadership, advocacy, and innovative resources to advance learner success.
July 19, 202 – July 21, 2026
The Assembly
The Assembly is the cornerstone annual summit of the Learning Mobility Lab community and the next evolution of the longstanding AACRAO Technology and Transfer conferences. Born from extensive research and shaped by direct member feedback, The Assembly represents a renewed, ambitious vision for what these conferences can achieve.
Events & Training
AACRAO’s events and training offerings are designed to keep professionals informed, connected, and ahead of the curve. From our flagship conferences and specialized workshops to on-demand learning and certificate programs, our suite of opportunities supports every stage of your professional journey. Explore upcoming events and training to discover practical insights, build meaningful connections, and gain the tools needed to navigate the evolving landscape of higher education.
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Leadership Meeting
The AACRAO Leadership meeting is an in-person, invite-only leadership development convening.
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SEM
The SEM Conference delivers a focused deep dive into strategic enrollment management, equipping institutions with data-informed approaches to recruitment, retention, and student success.
Annual Meeting
AACRAO’s Annual Meeting is the association’s flagship gathering, bringing together higher education professionals from across the field to explore emerging trends, share expertise, and shape the future of the profession.
The Assembly
The Assembly offers a highly interactive, hands-on experience designed for professionals seeking practical strategies, peer insights, and immediately actionable ideas.
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Resources & Publications
AACRAO’s resources and publications provide a comprehensive foundation for navigating the complexities of higher education. From practical toolkits and guidance documents to research reports and thought leadership, these materials are designed to support informed decision-making and effective practice. Explore our resources and publications to access reliable insights, strengthen your work, and stay aligned with the evolving needs of the profession.
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Terms and Conditions
The AACRAO Terms and Conditions outline the policies, expectations, and legal agreements that govern the use of AACRAO websites, services,…
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Programs & Initiatives
AACRAO’s programs and initiatives advance the association’s mission by connecting members with opportunities to learn, lead, collaborate, and shape the future of higher education. From professional development and leadership pathways to focused communities and special projects, these offerings support the people and practices that help institutions better serve learners.
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Learning Mobility
Learning mobility reflects AACRAO’s commitment to helping learners move through education and into opportunity with greater clarity, flexibility, and recognition of their full learning journey. By supporting policies and practices that improve transfer, credit recognition, credential transparency, and learner-centered pathways, AACRAO helps institutions reduce barriers and create more seamless routes to completion.
Community
AACRAO’s community spaces (like the AACRAO Exchange) connect members with peers, colleagues, and experts across the higher education landscape. Through discussion, collaboration, and shared problem-solving, members can build relationships, exchange ideas, and stay connected to the people and practices shaping the profession.
News & Advocacy
AACRAO’s news and advocacy resources keep members informed on the issues, policies, and developments shaping higher education. Through timely updates, expert analysis, and opportunities for engagement, AACRAO helps members understand emerging challenges and advocate for practices that support institutions and the learners they serve.
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Podcasts
AACRAO podcasts offer accessible conversations with higher education professionals, thought leaders, and practitioners across the field. Through interviews, stories, and practical insights, these programs help members stay informed, connected, and engaged with the issues shaping enrollment, records, admissions, and student success.
Advocacy
AACRAO’s advocacy work represents the interests and expertise of higher education professionals in policy conversations that affect institutions and learners. By monitoring emerging issues, sharing analysis, and elevating member perspectives, AACRAO helps advance informed, learner-centered policy and practice.
About
AACRAO is a community of higher education professionals dedicated to advancing the work of admissions, records, enrollment management, credential evaluation, and learner success. Through leadership, research, resources, and professional development, AACRAO supports the people and practices that help institutions serve learners more effectively.
