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Women college presidents, 1986-2023


Women college and university presidents, 1986-2023

% of college and university presidents who are women

YearShare of college and university presidents who are women
19869.5%
199819.3%
200121.1%
200623.0%
201126.4%
201630.1%
202232.80%

Note: Percentages are based on U.S. accredited, degree-granting institutions.

Source: American Council on Education, The American College President Study.

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