Membership in COHEAO is open to colleges and universities, companies with contracts with institutions of higher education as well as other organizations interested in and involved directly with post secondary finance issues. These include secondary market firms and loan guarantors. Each member organization must designate one primary member and may enroll as many associate members as it desires.
Benefits of Membership
SERVICE – Each organization is allowed one vote from their primary member on matters requiring a vote. While only primary members may serve on the Board of Directors, ALL members have the opportunity to participate in various COHEAO Task Forces & Committees.
NETWORKING – COHEAO’s Annual Meeting, Spring and Fall workshops, and webinars offer its members opportunities to network with others who share the common goal of increasing access to post-secondary education through student financial services.
INFORMATION – COHEAO’s bi-weekly newsletter, The Torch, is the industry’s principal publication devoted to post-secondary finance. Along with news alerts via SparkNotes, the monthly Financial Wellness Newsletter, and the COHEAO website, members receive timely information regarding legislative activities, regulatory updates and general industry news.
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Statement of Professional Standards
Logo Use Policy
The Coalition of Higher Education Assistance Organizations, a non-profit corporation and any of its affiliates (“COHEAO”) takes pride in the reputation it has acquired since its foundation and as a result, must make sure to protect its marks. COHEAO is the sole owner of its logo and membership secures the COHEAO Member’s right to display the COHEAO Proud Member Logo.
Publication Distribution Policy
COHEAO publications are intended for the exclusive use of members of the Coalition of Higher Education Assistance Organizations. Distribution to persons or organizations other than members of the Coalition of Higher Education Assistance Organizations is prohibited.