The Massachusetts Association of community Colleges (MACC) supports the Commonwealth’s 15 community colleges through the establishment and implementation of statewide initiatives and by convening stakeholders – both at the campus level and externally – to reach shared goals. By maintaining a high-level strategic focus, MACC supports projects and initiatives at the colleges that can impact student outcomes and support the Commonwealth’s goals in areas like workforce development.
Our major areas of focus are:
Policy and Advocacy: MACC coordinates statewide efforts to advocate for equitable funding, student-centered legislation, and policy reform that strengthens the community colleges and promotes open access to high-quality, affordable education.
Workforce and Economic Development: In collaboration with employers, state agencies, and the workforce departments at our colleges, MACC helps align academic programming with labor market demands, supporting the development of a diverse, skilled workforce.
Equity and Student Success: MACC is committed to advancing equity and closing achievement gaps. Through statewide initiatives and shared resources, the organization supports programs that increase college access, retention, and completion for historically underserved student populations.
Through this and other work, MACC seeks to ensure that Massachusetts’ community colleges serve as institutions of educational opportunity and economic mobility across the Commonwealth.