Founded in 1937, the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) supports professionals (admissions counselors, enrollment officers, etc.) that work with students transitioning to postsecondary education, by providing professional development for its members, advocating for equitable access, and setting ethical guidelines for the admissions process. Its work includes publishing data and research on admission trends, creating a career center for professionals, and fostering a network for ethical practices and professional relationships among its 28,000 members. Their efforts include:

• Professional development
  • Offers certificate programs, conferences, and professional development opportunities to help members advance their careers.
• Resources
  • Members gain access to resources like career centers, professional publications, and data-driven tools to improve their work.
• Ethical guidelines
  • Establishes and promotes ethical standards in college admissions, such as recent guidance on the ethical use of artificial intelligence (AI) and the implications of Early Decision commitments.
• Advocacy
  • Advocates for greater accessibility and equity in higher education, working to ensure all students have a chance to succeed.
• Research and data
  • Collects and publishes data on admission trends, factors in admission decisions, and other key topics to inform the public and policymakers.

Resources

NACAC. (n.d.). Homepage. https://www.nacacnet.org/

NACAC. (n.d.). Resources. https://www.nacacnet.org/resources/

NACAC. (n.d.). Advocacy. https://www.nacacnet.org/advocacy/

NACAC. (n.d.). NACAC's Guide to Ethical Practice in College Admission. https://www.nacacnet.org/who-we-are/what-we-do/guiding-ethics/nacacs-guide-to-ethical-practice-in-college-admission/