Fostering excellence. equity. connection. innovation.
The Associated Colleges of the Midwest enriches residential liberal arts education and strengthens members through collaboration.
ACM connects fourteen colleges across five midwestern states to serve over 23,000 students, 1,700 faculty, and 4,500 staff in pursuit of a shared mission.
We work to encourage excellence in teaching and learning; promote equity and inclusion and celebrate individual and collective diversity; strengthen the connection between inquiry and practice; amplify the expertise of faculty, students, and staff; and cultivate an open environment for innovation and exchange.
ACM News & Events
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ACM Advising and Student Success Consortial Group
Virtual - Zoom Meeting Virtual - Zoom Meeting, United StatesACM Admissions Visits & Events Consortial Group Meeting
Knox College, Galesburg, IL Knox College, Galesburg, IL, United StatesGrant Prospect Research: Aligning Ideas with Funding Opportunities
Virtual - Zoom Meeting Virtual - Zoom Meeting, United StatesVirtual Workshop by Dr. David Borgmeyer, Associate Director of Corporate, Foundation, and Government Relations at Grinnell College July 30 and August 5, 2025 External funding is vital to liberal arts […]

ACM adds value to member institutions by nurturing collaboration and conducting joint initiatives that would not otherwise be feasible for small institutions.
For nearly seven decades, ACM has served as a partner, convener, and champion of the transformational power of residential liberal arts colleges. Our talented staff stands ready to support you to lead your colleges, cultivate communities of practice, and secure the resources necessary to pursue innovation and excellence.
