Position statements

Along with more than 30 higher education associations, NACE wrote to the director of USCIS to express concern about delays in processing DACA renewals.

NACE joined with other higher education associations to provide comments on the proposed rulemaking around degree earnings thresholds and timelines. 

NACE joined with other higher education associations in requesting that the Department of State prioritize the processing of international student and scholar visas before the start of the fall academic session. 

NACE joined with more than 30 higher ed associations to provide comments on proposed rulemaking related to the new Workforce Pell Program.

NACE joined higher education associations in providing comments on the proposed changes to the H-1B lottery, noting the negative impact on international students.

NACE joined higher education associations in providing comments on the proposed changes to the H-1B lottery, noting the negative impact on international students.

In a letter to the Department of Homeland Security, more than 50 higher ed associations, including NACE, requested clarification on the fee for the H-1B visa and requested exemption for higher ed.

NACE, along with more than 50 higher ed associations, sent a letter to the Department of Homeland Security outlining concerns about a proposed rule that would establish a fixed time period for admission for international students.

As part of the Student Aid Alliance, NACE signed onto a letter to House and Senate leadership to oppose cuts to education programs contained in the House fiscal year 2026 Labor-Health and Human Services-Education and Related Agencies bill. 

More than 30 higher education associations and organizations, including NACE, asked Secretary of State Marco Rubio to exempt nonimmigrant visas—including F, J, and M—for the countries included in a June proclamation from President Trump. 

NACE was one of 40 higher education associations that sent a letter to Tamy Abernathy, Office of Postsecondary Education, regarding pending implementation of H.R.1. 

At the end of June, NACE joined with the American Council on Education and other higher education associations in a letter to U.S. Senate leaders regarding reconciliation titles proposed by HELP and the Committee on Finance.

In late May, NACE joined nearly 40 higher ed associations and organizations in a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio that expressed concern about the pause in student visa interviews and the plan to begin revoking student visas of Chinese students studying in the United States. In the letter, the associations offer to serve as a resource and partner with State. 

NACE joined more than 50 higher ed associations and organizations in a letter to the Department of Education’s Acting Assistant Secretary Craig Trainor regarding the secretary’s February 14 “Dear Colleague” letter (DCL). The response addresses concerns about the content of the DCL and asks that the department rescind it.

NACE joined the American Council on Education and 30 other higher ed associations in a letter to Secretary Marco Rubio, U.S. Department of State. The letter asks that State work closely with the higher ed community to ensure timely processing of student visas and expresses concerns about recent slowdowns in scheduling interviews. The letter also discusses national security threats that target higher ed research and education missions.

NACE joined other higher ed associations in a letter to the Secretary Miguel Cardona, U.S. Department of Education, in requesting clarification on the reporting requirements in the financial value transparency (FVT) and gainful employment (GE) regulations. 

NACE and other higher education associations have asked the U.S. Department of Education to further extend the deadline for FVT and GE reporting requirements. 

NACE and other higher education associations have asked the U.S. Department of Education to further extend the deadline for FVT and GE reporting requirements. 

In light of the delays with the FAFSA process, NACE and other higher education associations have asked the U.S. Department of Education to delay some reporting requirements. 

NACE joined with the American Council on Education and other higher education associations in providing comments to the Department of Homeland Security on a proposed rule aimed at modernizing the H-1B visa process. 

NACE joined with the American Council on Education and other higher education associations in supporting the Federal Communications Commissions’ Notice of Proposed Rulemaking for securing and safeguarding the open internet.

More than 25 higher education associations, including the National Association of Colleges and Employers, urged U.S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken to make permanent the authority to waive the in-person interview requirements for certain nonimmigrant visa applicants. 

NACE joined with the CUPA-HR and nearly 50 other higher education associations in providing comments to the Department of Labor (DOL) about the proposed overtime rules. The letter notes that many campus employees are currently exempt from the overtime pay requirements of Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), which DOL proposes to change.  

NACE joined with the American Council on Education and other higher education associations in requesting an extension to the comment period for proposed changes in overtime pay exemptions for executive, administrative, professional, outside sales, and computer employees.

As a member of the Student Aid Alliance, The National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) joined other associations and organizations in asking for robust budget support for federal student aid in FY2025.

The National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), as part of the Washington Higher Education Secretariat, expressed support for increased access to online platforms for those with a disability.

In a letter to the chair and ranking members of U.S. House Committee on Appropriations, NACE joined with other higher ed associations to express concern about proposed funding levels for FY2024 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies funding bill.

In a letter to the chairs and ranking members of U.S. House and U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, NACE and other higher ed urged the officials to streamline SNAP requirements to make benefits more accessible to college students struggling with food insecurity.

NACE joined other higher ed associations to provide comments to the U.S. Department of Education regarding the department’s Dear Colleague Letter about third-party servicers and institutions.

This paper examines the characteristics of a legitimate internship and the conditions under which such an experience can be engaged on an unpaid basis.

NACE joined with more than 50 other higher education associations in communicating to President Biden the higher ed community’s willingness to help with the administration’s COVID-19 response efforts.

In a January 28, 2021, letter to Acting Secretary of Education Phil Rosenfelt, NACE, along with more than 50 other associations in the Washington Higher Education Secretariat, asked that the Depart of Education clarify that Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds (HEERF II) funds can be used to help all students, including undocumented and DACA recipients.

NACE, as part of the Washington Higher Education Secretariat (WHES), encouraged U.S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken to support international students and restore the United States as a destination of choice for international students and scholars. The January 27, 2021, letter outlined several actions Secretary Blinken could take in his role.

In a January 26, 2021, letter to David Peske, Acting Secretary, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, NACE, along with the American Council on Education and more than 50 other higher education associations in the Washington Higher Education Secretariat (WHES), expressed concerns about delays in Optional Practical Training (OPT) work authorizations.

NACE, along with more than 50 other higher education associations that form the Washington Higher Education Secretariat (WHES), asked the U.S. Department of State to provide a briefing on the implications Presidential Proclamation 10043.

NACE, in conjunction with more than 50 other associations in the Washington Higher Education Secretariat, provided comments to U.S. Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights, on improving enforcement of Title IX.

In a June 11 letter to the chairs of both the House and Senate Appropriations Committee, NACE and its partners in the Washington Higher Education Secretariat, asked for federal support for a range of programs and services affecting higher education and the workforce.

NACE and the Washington Higher Education Secretariat urged House and Senate leaders to include a variety of tax proposals into legislation that incorporates the American Jobs and American Families plans.

The National Association of Colleges and Employers joined with more than 50 higher education associations in calling on the U.S. Congress to take immediate action to investigate and address the threats made to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

The National Association of Colleges and Employers and its partners in the Washington Higher Education Secretariat issued comments to the Bureau of Consular Affairs at the U.S. Department of State regarding proposed adjustments to the fees associated with several nonimmigrant visa applications, including F-1 student visas and J-1 exchange visitors.

NACE joined with its partners in the Washington Higher Education Secretariat in issuing a statement supporting free and open academic inquiry and debate on campus.

As part of the Washington Higher Education Secretariat, the National Association of Colleges and Employers signed on to a letter to U.S. Senate and House leadership regarding development of a final bill based on S.1260 (the U.S. Innovation and Competition Act – USICA) and HR.4521 (the COMPETES Act of 2022). The letter cites issues with and provides recommendations around new research security provisions, reporting requirements, workforce development programs, international education programs, and STEM immigration provisions.

The National Association of Colleges and Employers joined with nearly 100 organizations to urge Congress to support and prioritize the mental and behavioral health needs of students of higher education through meaningful legislation.

In September 2022 and two separate letters, the National Association of Colleges provided comments to the Department of Education (DOE) with comments about proposed changes to Title IX regulations.

In October 2022, the National Association of Colleges and Employers joined with other higher education associations in issuing a statement calling for clear, fair transcript withholding policies.

In October 2022, the National Association of Colleges and Employers joined with other higher education associations in issuing a statement calling for clear, fair transcript withholding policies.

As part of the Washington Higher Education Secretariat, urged the Department of Veterans Affairs to delay transition to a new enrollment management system until summer 2023.

NACE joined other higher ed associations to provide comments to the U.S. Department of Education on the proposed changes to the REPAYE income-driven repayment plan under Title IV of the Higher Education Act (HEA).

NACE joined other higher ed associations to provide comments to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security regarding a proposed rule to adjust certain fees charged by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).