Web site of the Association of Presbyterian Colleges and Universities (APCU), an independent, not-for-profit association dedicated to helping each member institution "seek its own way". The APCU advocates the important, ongoing role that higher education plays within the Presbyterian Church (USA); serves as a resource on market trends, church doctrine, and legislative activity to member institutions; assists presidents and chaplains in the development of strategies that fulfill their respective institutional missions; creates/maintains partnerships that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of member institutions; administers a range of programs and services that strengthen and distinguish member institutions.