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How We Help You Thrive
Quality Assurance
Colleges and universities demonstrate quality by earning accreditation through our streamlined and efficient accreditation processes.
Continuous Improvement
We help you achieve your improvement goals with learning opportunities to refine or even revolutionize areas of your institution.
Leadership
As a thought leader in higher education, HLC understands and actively promotes sound leadership as critical for its institutions in achieving success.
Who We Are
Years of Experience
As a leading accreditor, HLC has been working closely for decades with colleges and universities around the country in order to achieve the shared goal of quality higher education for all.
Member Colleges & Universities
Our members represent the diversity of higher education: public universities, community colleges and private institutions, teaching on rural, urban and online campuses, serving students throughout the world.
Peer Reviewers
HLC’s accreditation reviews are primarily conducted by dedicated, volunteer peer reviewers who are trained to evaluate how institutions apply our requirements on campus and to provide consultation to help members continuously improve.
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Teach-Out, Pathway and Risk Indicator Policy Changes AdoptedÂ
HLC’s Board of Trustees also preliminarily approved proposed changes related to Administrative Probation and seeking accreditation at its February meeting.
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HLC’s Response to Executive Order Regarding Accreditation Reform
President Trump issued an Executive Order specifically addressing Reforming Accreditation. We stand ready to work with the Secretary of Education on policies that will advance our shared mission of enhancing quality, innovation, integrity, and accountability.
See What’s New
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HLC’s Response to Executive Order Regarding Accreditation Reform
President Trump issued an Executive Order specifically addressing Reforming Accreditation. We stand ready to work with the Secretary of Education on policies that will advance our shared mission of enhancing quality, innovation, integrity, and accountability.
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Teach-Out, Pathway and Risk Indicator Policy Changes AdoptedÂ
HLC’s Board of Trustees also preliminarily approved proposed changes related to Administrative Probation and seeking accreditation at its February meeting.
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Supporting Student Success Virtual Workshop
Examine common factors that affect student success in this interactive virtual workshop.