Transformative at Every Level
Evidence-Based Faculty Development That Delivers Results for Students, Faculty, and Institutions
Proven Outcomes, Lasting Impact
Students Thrive with ACUE-Certified Faculty
+7%
Achieve up to 7% higher grades.
+13%
Black, male, and Pell-eligible students earn up to 13% higher grades.
-16%
Experience 16% fewer Ds, Fs, & Withdrawals (DFWs) on average.
Engagement That Deepens Learning
Students report that courses taught by ACUE-certified faculty are more engaging and supportive. By using active learning, student-centered practices, and timely feedback, instructors create classrooms that spark participation, critical thinking, and lasting confidence.
Workforce-Ready Graduates
From classroom to career, students taught by ACUE-certified faculty gain the confidence and skills to succeed—equipped with the adaptability, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities today’s workforce requires.
Perspectives on ACUE Impact
“As a first-generation college student myself, I understand the transformative power of higher education. ACUE’s approach to faculty development directly supports what I’ve witnessed throughout my career—that excellent teaching expands opportunity. AASCU’s member institutions serve students who depend on a transformative learning experience that prepares them for their future careers, and ACUE ensures faculty have the tools to deliver that.”
Faculty Love ACUE
96%
of faculty refine their teaching
92%
of faculty would recommend ACUE to a colleague
86%
of faculty complete ACUE courses
Reignite Faculty Purpose
Faculty discover fresh approaches, connect with like-minded colleagues, and experience a renewed sense of purpose that comes from seeing students engage and succeed. This restored enthusiasm transforms classrooms and teaching careers.
Reduce Faculty Burnout
Our research shows that ACUE-certified faculty are 25% more confident using the evidence-based practices learned during certification. This confidence helps prevent faculty burnout by empowering them in their work, which strengthens connections with students and leads to a renewed passion for education.
Perspectives on ACUE Impact
“We set out to meet faculty where they are and strengthen their teaching pedagogy. The impact of our partnership with ACUE is clear: Students taught by ACUE-certified faculty are more engaged and achieve better outcomes. Scaling this strategy across an entire university system affirms that our students will experience excellence in every class.”
Amplify Your Impact, Institution-Wide
+6%
Up to 6% higher first-to-second-year retention
5x
2-5x Return on Investment (ROI)
Scalable Solutions for Lasting Change
ACUE provides cohesive, evidence-based courses that reach faculty across disciplines, building shared teaching excellence standards that elevate the entire academic community.
Lasting Change That Drives Results
ACUE certification establishes a lasting framework: faculty who implement effective teaching practices, departments that elevate instructional pedagogy, and institutions recognized for teaching excellence. The result is measurable gains in retention, satisfaction, and student outcomes.
Perspectives on ACUE Impact
“When it came to student success, we were facing big challenges with large gaps in DFW rates by Pell-status students and spotty commitment to evidence-based teaching. We launched our partnership with ACUE to equip faculty and build a sense of community. That was the start of a sea change. The more classes students take with ACUE certified faculty, the higher the GPA, greater course completion, higher pass rates and we’ve also found that quality teaching is leading to the increased retention and persistence of students at our institution—a dramatic difference.”
