National Higher Education Day

Category: Education
National Higher Education Day in USA in 2025
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About National Higher Education Day

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Dates of National Higher Education Day
2026 USA Saturday, June 6thNational Higher Education Day
2025 USA Friday, June 6thNational Higher Education Day
2024 USA Thursday, June 6thNational Higher Education Day
2023 USA Tuesday, June 6thNational Higher Education Day
2022 USA Monday, June 6thNational Higher Education Day
Summary
Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Higher Education Day.

National Higher Education Day is observed annually on June 6th.  Celebrate by advocating for higher education on your social media sites. Specifically, you can post photos about your education, your future academic goals, or how your education has helped you in your career. You can also promote scholarship opportunities, or donate to a scholarship program. Use #NationalHigherEducationDay.

National Higher Education Day was founded in 2015 by Izamar Olaguez and Marcie Hronis, with the purpose of motivating students to pursue higher education and make college accessible for all. 

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