North Central Association Higher Learning Commission (NCA HLC)
The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association accredits institutions that grant degrees in the following states:
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It is one of the six main regional accrediting bodies in the United States, and is recognized as an accrediting agency by both the U.S. Department of Education and the Council on Higher Education Accreditation. Although the NCA HLC does not accredit independent distance learning programs, some distance learning opportunities may be accredited by the NCA HLC because they are part of another institution that falls under the NCA HLC's umbrella.
NCA HLC Accreditation StandardsFirst founded in 1895, the organization is dedicated to "serving the common good by assuring and advancing the quality of higher learning." The purpose of accreditation serves more than one function. The accreditation process not only assesses how effective a college or university is in accomplishing its educational goals, but also helps institutions examine and refine those goals and plan for the future. It promotes leadership and educational innovation, and helps institutions share critical information with one another.
The NCA HLC prioritizes several key values as it serves its member institutions: educational quality above all, with an emphasis on integrity, innovation, diversity, inclusiveness, service, collaboration, and learning. The Commission recognizes that institutions of higher learning have much to share with one another, and acts as a conduit for such information. These values ultimately help the Commission serve students, ensuring they have access to educational opportunities that meet their needs.
Article ReferencesNorth Central Association, Higher Learning Commission
http://www.ncahlc.org/
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