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Regional Accreditation Statement

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, Accredited Institution

51³ÉÈË³Ô¹Ï is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, educational specialist, and doctoral degrees. 51³ÉÈË³Ô¹Ï also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of 51³ÉÈË³Ô¹Ï may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC's website ().

 

 

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

 
What is the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges?​
The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commissions on Colleges (SACSCOC) is one of seven regional accrediting bodies for educational institutions in the United States. Accreditation by SACSCOC is a statement of an institution's commitment to integrity as well as its capacity to provide effective programs and services.
Why is 51³ÉÈ˳ԹÏ’s accreditation important to me?
Accreditation by SACSCOC is validation of 51³ÉÈ˳ԹÏ's quality in faculty and academic programs, services, financial stability, and more. In addition, this accreditation makes federal student financial aid funds available to 51³ÉÈË³Ô¹Ï students who qualify, eases transfer of courses to and from other institutions and indicates to employers and others that 51³ÉÈË³Ô¹Ï graduates have received a high quality education.
What is the difference between regional and national accreditation?
Regional accrediting bodies typically accredit public and private nonprofit institutions offering associate, baccalaureate, master's and/or doctoral degrees. National accrediting bodies typically accredit private institutions with missions focused on career education or faith-based education.
What is specialized accreditation?
Specialized accreditation is granted for specific academic programs, professions or units within a university. Many 51³ÉÈË³Ô¹Ï programs hold specialized accreditation. For example, 51³ÉÈ˳ԹÏ's counseling program holds specialized accreditation from the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs. 51³ÉÈ˳ԹÏ's undergraduate and graduate catalogs provide complete lists of the University's accreditations.
How do I learn more about accreditation or find out what accreditations a particular institution holds?

Visit one of the following websites for more information:

  • Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) ()
  • Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges ()
  • U.S. Department of Education ()
 

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