empowering institutions
Leading
Learning Mobility
Impact Statement
Since 1910, AACRAO members have been at the forefront of recognizing and documenting learning and skills by stewarding academic records and managing core institutional systems. Their leadership shapes effective practices, safeguards the integrity of learner data, and enables seamless learning mobility for more than 16.5 million learners. Positioned at the center of this work, AACRAO members play a critical role in advancing policies and removing barriers that impact the implementation of learner-centered practices across higher education.
Organization
Possesses an internal staff of 34 people that works directly with member institutions, members, and others in the field of higher education.
525+
Staff Years of Combined Experience in Higher Education
13
Spread across 13 States/Providences & 2 Countries
795+
Consultant Years of Combined Experience in Higher Education
Volunteer Leadership
AACRAO is led and supported by a set of members serving on the Board, caucus and committee leadership, and other opportunities.
191
Volunteer Leaders
141
Have over 10 years of Professional Experience in Higher Education
48
Work at Small Colleges or Community Colleges
22
Work at Minority Serving Institutions
General Membership
Serves and champions 18k+ members in their professional development through training and other learning opportunities.
22,000+
Members
87%
Member One-Year Retention.
From April 2024 – April 2025
4,700+
Engaged Exchange Members
Voice Testimonial
Ariana Balayan
Ariana Balayan
Juan Gilberto Garcia
Doug Swink
Rano Pakhirdinova
Steven McDowell
Areas of Responsibility
The infographic showcases the multifaceted responsibilities of AACRAO member professionals who have selected at least one area of responsibility.
Since people could select more than one area, the percentages are based on the total number of selections made, rather than the number of individual people.
Professional Career
The infographic showcases the professional years of experience in Higher Education of AACRAO member professionals who have indicated their years of professional experience.
Over 4,500 members engaged in professional development opportunities from April 2024 to April 2025.
Member Institutions
Supports 2.1k + Member Institutions (e.g., colleges and universities) to create spaces for exchanging knowledge and resources.
2,100+
Institutions
91%
Institutions One-Year Retention
From April 2024 – April 2025
Minority Serving Institution Type Distribution
Members of AACRAO
Projects and Work
Learning Mobility
$0.76 of every dollar directly supports AACRAO programs, enhancing learning mobility, academic integrity, and professional development in higher education