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ACE Partners With the Community College Baccalaureate Association to Enhance Graduate Degree Accessibility  

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January 15, 2026

Bianca Stakes

Bianca Stakes

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CCBA member graduates are eligible for reduced tuition.  

INDIANAPOLIS, Jan. 15, 2026 – Ƶ (ACE) is pleased to announce its partnership with the Community College Baccalaureate Association (CCBA), expanding access to affordable, flexible and quality graduate degrees. Students who graduate with a bachelor’s degree from a CCBA member community college are eligible for reduced tuition toward an ACE master’s degree program. 

Both parties share a mission to break down barriers that make higher education inaccessible. By offering programs at industry-low costs and reducing tuition for CCBA members, ACE aims to create an affordable pipeline that facilitates career advancement without a financial burden. 

“Our partnership with CCBA represents a shared commitment to expanding access to high-quality education and meeting critical workforce needs,” ACE Senior Manager of National Strategic Partners Karilyn Van Oosten said. “By aligning with CCBA’s member institutions, we’re helping create clear pathways for students to earn advanced credentials and enter high-demand fields like healthcare and education. Together, we’re driving economic mobility and building a stronger, more skilled workforce for the future.” 

CCBA members include community colleges, universities, associations and more. Their vision is to advocate for accessible, career-oriented bachelor’s degrees, which includes supporting community colleges in developing and implementing programs. 

“We are delighted to join forces with ACE and strengthen our unified mission to provide accessible, quality learning nationwide,” CCBA President Angela Kersenbrock added. “We believe that every student deserves an education that cultivates a meaningful and impactful career while contributing to society and our ecosystem. This partnership furthers this commitment and opens doors for our members that might have otherwise been closed.” 

Learn more about the partnership with ACE.


About Ƶ 

Ƶ (ACE) is an accredited, fully online private college specializing in high-quality, affordable programs in education, business, healthcare and nursing. Headquartered in Indianapolis, ACE offers more than 60 innovative and engaging programs for adult students to pursue a doctorate, specialist, master’s or bachelor’s degree, along with graduate-level certificate programs. In addition to being a leader in online education, ACE is committed to social responsibility as an Impact Institution, where operations are guided by purpose and designed to create real-world impact. 

About the Community College Baccalaureate Association (CCBA) 

The CCBA is a national organization dedicated to supporting community colleges in the development and delivery of high-quality bachelor’s degree programs. The association provides professional development, research and networking opportunities to advance community college baccalaureate education at community colleges. 

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