TCS Education

About

At the heart of The Community Solution Education System is a culture of 'radical cooperation'—a fundamental belief that by working together, educational institutions can achieve far more than they ever could alone. Founded in 2009 as TCS Education System, we have evolved into a pioneering integrated, nonprofit system of colleges and universities dedicated to advancing student success and community impact. Our unique model brings together distinct, mission-driven institutions, including The Chicago School, Pacific Oaks College, The Colleges of Law, Saybrook University, the Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine, and the University of Western States, under a shared governance structure. This structure provides the critical expertise and robust infrastructure needed to thrive in an increasingly complex and competitive higher education landscape. We believe that education has the transformative power to change lives and strengthen communities. By centralizing essential operational services such as finance, information technology, marketing, human resources, and legal affairs, we empower our partner colleges to focus on what they do best: educating and supporting students. This collaborative approach not only fosters institutional sustainability and operational efficiency but also creates a vibrant, interconnected community where innovation, resources, and best practices are seamlessly shared across our network. Our team of dedicated professionals is driven by a shared mission to prepare innovative, engaged, and purposeful agents of change who are equipped to serve the global community. Whether through our 'Education Beyond Borders' global engagement program, our community-based clinical education initiatives, or our steadfast commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, we are united in our goal to make a lasting, positive difference in the world. We are not just a system of schools; we are a community solution, leveraging our collective strength to solve the challenges of tomorrow.