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The University Design Institute

Driving Innovation in U.S. Higher Education

The University Design Institute partners with public systems, regional institutions, and policymakers to reimagine the future of U.S. higher education through strategic design, collaboration, and scalable innovation.

The University Design Institute is committed to reimagining, redesigning and rebuilding higher education throughout the United States.

Our U.S. Practice at the University Design Institute at Arizona State University is committed to empowering regional public universities and public systems as they address the evolving demands of their students, states and stakeholders.

We partner with institutions and systems that serve as critical engines of access, mobility and economic impact, particularly in communities that depend on public higher education the most. Our work emphasizes reimagining, redesigning and rebuilding U.S. higher education in ways that enhance student success, workforce alignment and community impact.

Our Design Accelerator in the U.S.

UDI's Design Accelerator supports institutional growth, student success, and regional impact through university-led efforts in workforce development, community engagement, and cross-sector collaboration. Powered by ASU Principled Innovation and UDI's IMPACT Framework, the Design Accelerator fosters partnerships between institutions to amplify outcomes across the region.

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Preparing the Future of U.S. Higher Education Leadership

UDI leads the Academy for Innovative Higher Education Leadership, a collaborative partnership between Arizona State University and Georgetown University to develop those who aspire to lead organizational change at colleges and universities around the country. To date, the Academy, currently in its 11th cohort, has developed more than 300 leaders at over 100 institutions.

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News & Impact from Our Work in the United States

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Connecticut State Colleges and Universities joins Design Accelerator to develop stronger transfer pathways

The Connecticut State Colleges and Universities (CSCU) system announced today an eight-month initiative through Arizona State University’s (ASU) University…

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Driving Transformation in the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System

The University Design Institute was recently engaged by the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System to facilitate a months-long Design Accelerator…

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UDI Partners with Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education for Design Accelerator

The Redesign Accelerator empowers teams from Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education to develop and implement transformative strategies, fostering…

Ready to Transform U.S. Higher Education?

Partner with the University Design Institute at ASU to drive innovation, improve student outcomes, and design scalable solutions for your institution or system. Whether you're a university leader, policymaker, or system executive, our team is ready to collaborate on your most pressing challenges. Fill out the form to connect with us and explore how we can support your institutional transformation efforts.

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