Mark Your Calendars!

The 54th Annual Meeting will be held on December 7-9, 2025 in Wilmington, NC at the Hotel Ballast!

The CACRAO Annual Meeting offers members the chance to come together and share innovative ideas and approaches for promoting post-secondary education throughout North and South Carolina. Annual Meetings feature influential guest speakers discussing important topics in the industry, as well as recognition for outstanding Association members who have contributed to the success and growth of CACRAO.

CACRAO is moving higher education forward with this year’s theme:
CACRAOopoly: The Carolinas Edition – Roll the Dice, Pass Go, and Move Higher Education Forward
Registration is open!
Don’t miss your chance to be part of the game!

A Tentative Schedule for the Annual Meeting - Coming Soon

Call for Session Proposals

We invite you to be a part of this year's professional development lineup by submitting a session proposal for the 2025 CACRAO Annual Meeting. This is a valuable opportunity to share your knowledge, best practices, and creative ideas with your colleagues across the Carolinas.

Whether you're a seasoned presenter or new to the stage, we welcome proposals on a wide range of topics- from enrollment management and admissions strategies to leadership development and student support services. All session formats, including panel discussions, workshops, and roundtables, are welcome!

Be part of shaping the conversations that matter!

Please note, this submission is a proposal for a session, not a suggestion or informal concept.

Submit a Session Proposal

Submit your session proposal no later than Friday, September 26

Hotel Information

Hotel Ballast

CACRAO Group Rate:
$139.00 per night plus taxes for historic view.
$159.00 per night plus taxes for river view.
Additional fee includes a $15.00 parking fee a day

Reserve your room by Tuesday, November 4, 2025 to receive the CACRAO group rate.

Reservation dates are valid through Friday, December 5 - Monday, December 8, 2025.

Service Project

This year CACRAO is partnering with Plastic Ocean Project
Plastic Ocean Project is a youth-led non-profit based of Wilmington, North Carolina. Their mission is to attain science-based solutions to the plastic pollution crisis that inspire all to make informed choices to imrpove human and environmental health.

Corporate Partner Information

2025 Corporate Partner Registration and Sponsorship Information

Corporate Sponsors can register here!

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CACRAO is moving higher education forward with this year’s theme: CACRAOopoly: The Carolinas Edition – Roll the Dice, Pass Go, and Move Higher Education Forward Registration is open!Don’t miss your chance to be part of the game!A Tentative Schedule for the Annual Meeting - Coming Soon