Advancing the Mission of PA’s Independent, Nonprofit Colleges & Universities
By focusing on advocacy, collaboration, research and communications, AICUP is committed to supporting the advancement of Pennsylvania’s independent, nonprofit colleges and universities.
Find out how Pennsylvania’s largest sector of higher education helps to create:
• 200,000 jobs created and sustained by AICUP schools; among the Top Employers in PA
• $29 billion annual economic contrition by AICUP schools ($65 billion with affiliated hospitals)
• 7% of Pennsylvania’s economy when including AICUP schools’ teaching hospitals (“eds and meds”)
• 158 to 1 Return on Investment of state dollars by AICUP schools
Economic Impact Report (NEW! 2025)
Find out how Pennsylvania’s largest sector of higher education helps to create:
• 200,000 jobs created and sustained by AICUP schools; among the Top Employers in PA
• $29 billion annual economic contrition by AICUP schools ($65 billion with affiliated hospitals)
• 7% of Pennsylvania’s economy when including AICUP schools’ teaching hospitals (“eds and meds”)
• 158 to 1 Return on Investment of state dollars by AICUP schools
Business Efficiency Programs
Pennsylvania’s independent colleges and universities have a well-deserved reputation for supporting collaborative business services projects. It’s a tribute to the AICUP membership that it leverages one another’s strengths in such a purposeful manner.
#AICUP #Mascot Day on @pennlive!
https://www.pennlive.com/education/2026/09/capitol-in-harrisburg-hosts-mascot-day-for-colleges-across-the-state.html
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🎓 Check out the AICUP Dashboard to learn more about the value of independent nonprofit #colleges and #universities in #Pennsylvania:
https://aicup.org/communications/dashboard/
#AICUP #Mascot Day on @abc27news!
https://www.abc27.com/local-news/harrisburg/mascots-descend-on-state-capitol-to-highlight-new-aicup-dashboard/
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🎓 Check out the AICUP Dashboard to learn more about the value of independent nonprofit #colleges and #universities in #Pennsylvania:
https://aicup.org/communications/dashboard/
#AICUP #Mascot Day on @wgal8 #NBC !
https://www.wgal.com/article/pennsylvania-mascots-visit-state-capitol/74037299
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🎓 Check out the AICUP Dashboard to learn more about the value of independent nonprofit #colleges and #universities in #Pennsylvania:
https://aicup.org/communications/dashboard/
Today is #AICUP #Mascot Day! 🤸♂️ Mascots from across #Pennsylvania travelled to the State Capitol in #Harrisburg to meet their legislators and to advocate for independent nonprofit #colleges and #universities — the largest sector of higher ed in PA! Learn more about AICUP at the dashboard and check out the AICUP member map! 🐯 🦅 🐻 ⚾ 🏈 🏀 🥇 🏆 🙌
🌎 Map: https://aicup.org/about-us/members/
🎓 Dashboard: https://aicup.org/communications/dashboard/
Congratulations Jayla Clark from Moore College of Art & Design, winner of the AICUP Commonwealth Good Citizen Scholarship. 🎓 Here`s what Jayla had to say: "This scholarship will help me finish the final, and most pivotal, year of my college career. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to show my work to the public and deepen my relationship with my community through art."
"Thanks to the community leaders who helped AICUP raise $200,000 for these scholarships through the AICUP Good Citizen Golf Outing held each June," said AICUP President Tom Foley.
Interested in applying or know someone who might be? #AICUP #scholarship applications are available at AICUP schools` financial aid offices. To learn if your school is a member of AICUP, check the map here to see all 80+ independent nonprofit #colleges and #universities in #Pennsylvania:
🌎 https://aicup.org/about-us/members/
#moorecollegeofartanddesign #MCAD #MooreCollege #Philly @studentrungallerymcad moorecollegeart @moorecollegefashion @moore.interior.design
Congratulations Gabriella Schafer from @setonhilluniversity, winner of the AICUP Commonwealth Good Citizen Scholarship. 🎓 Here`s what Gabriella had to say: "I am honored to receive this scholarship, and appreciate the contributions you have made to allow this award to be possible. I will continue to show up throughout my community, and gain an education that allows me to provide for those in need."
"Thanks to the community leaders who helped AICUP raise $200,000 for these scholarships through the AICUP Good Citizen Golf Outing held each June," said AICUP President Tom Foley.
Interested in applying or know someone who might be? #AICUP #scholarship applications are available at AICUP schools` financial aid offices. To learn if your school is a member of AICUP, check the map here to see all 80+ independent nonprofit #colleges and #universities in #Pennsylvania:
🌎 https://aicup.org/about-us/members/
#SetonHillUniversity #SetonHill
Congratulations Jonathan Ulicny from @susquehannau, winner of the AICUP Commonwealth Good Citizen Scholarship. 🎓 Here`s what Jonathan had to say: “This award helps me in fulfilling a necessary component of my educational journey in helping afford me the ability to attend an outstanding collegiate program."
"Thanks to the community leaders who helped AICUP raise $200,000 for these scholarships through the AICUP Good Citizen Golf Outing held each June," said AICUP President Tom Foley.
Interested in applying or know someone who might be? #AICUP #scholarship applications are available at AICUP schools` financial aid offices. To learn if your school is a member of AICUP, check the map here to see all 80+ independent nonprofit #colleges and #universities in #Pennsylvania:
🌎 https://aicup.org/about-us/members/
#SusquehannaUniversity #Susquehanna #SU #RiverHawk #Selinsgrove
Congratulations Joely McMullen from @saintjosephs, winner of the AICUP Commonwealth Good Citizen Scholarship. 🎓 Here`s what Joely had to say: "This scholarship allows me to continue focusing on my education, and greatly eases the financial stress of college. I am so grateful for the generosity of donors, and am committed to striving for excellence as I earn my sociology degree."
"Thanks to the community leaders who helped AICUP raise $200,000 for these scholarships through the AICUP Good Citizen Golf Outing held each June," said AICUP President Tom Foley.
Interested in applying or know someone who might be? #AICUP #scholarship applications are available at AICUP schools` financial aid offices. To learn if your school is a member of AICUP, check the map here to see all 80+ independent nonprofit #colleges and #universities in #Pennsylvania:
🌎 https://aicup.org/about-us/members/
#SJU #SaintJosephsUniversity #saintjosephs #saintjoes #Hawks
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The future of Pennsylvania’s independent, nonprofit colleges and universities relies on dedicated community members advocating for philanthropic support, fair legislation, and increased accessibility for students. Whether legislator, student, faculty, or business owner, you too can take action and get involved by sharing our research, supporting our educational programs, or taking part in one of our many advocacy initiatives or events.