Å®ÉúСÊÓÆµ is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, educational
specialist, and doctoral degrees. Å®ÉúСÊÓÆµ also may offer credentials such
as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation
of Å®ÉúСÊÓÆµ 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 Å®ÉúСÊÓÆµâ€™s accreditation important to me?
Accreditation by SACSCOC is validation of Å®ÉúСÊÓÆµ's quality in faculty and
academic programs, services, financial stability, and more. In addition, this accreditation
makes federal student financial aid funds available to Å®ÉúСÊÓÆµ students who qualify,
eases transfer of courses to and from other institutions and indicates to employers
and others that Å®ÉúСÊÓÆµ 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 Å®ÉúСÊÓÆµ programs hold specialized accreditation.
For example, Å®ÉúСÊÓÆµ's counseling program holds specialized accreditation
from the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs.
Å®ÉúСÊÓÆµ'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 ()