Strategic Plan 2026-2029

BLAZE NEW PATHWAYS

Cedar Crest College will create innovative, accessible educational pathways that meet the evolving needs of today’s learners and workforce.

Whether you’re beginning your educational journey, advancing your career, completing a degree, or pursuing professional growth, we’re committed to being your lifelong learning partner.

By expanding access and opportunity, we will combine the personalized, foundational education that defines the Cedar Crest experience with work-based learning to prepare students with the knowledge, skills, and adaptability to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

Waypoint Objectives:

Academic Programs
Develop distinctive, high-demand academic programs aligned with emerging industries and workforce needs.
Affordable and Stackable Routes
Increase access through affordable, stackable credentials that support lifelong learning and career advancement.
Education and Workforce Connections
Strengthen connections between education and workforce preparation through work-based learning and professional development opportunities.

Milestone Initiatives:

Roll out new majors and expand online degree options and associate-level programs across departments to meet emerging industry demand
Introduce stackable credentials and multiple entry points — from certificate to associate to bachelor’s to graduate study — so students can start where they are and keep advancing
Develop a formal process for converting work experience and prior coursework into academic credit toward degree completion

See where we’re headed!

Check back here to follow our journey as we navigate the path from strategic plan to action. We will provide updates as we move our Milestone Initiatives forward and bring our vision for the future into focus.