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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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Introducing HLC’s News Brief
A new way to stay connected with HLC: The Leaflet is taking on an updated format.
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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 Process for Institutions Interested in Applying for Federal Funds Through Workforce Pell
What HLC member institutions need to know.
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HLC’s Process for Institutions Interested in Applying for Federal Funds Through Workforce Pell
What HLC member institutions need to know.
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Connect With Institutional Representatives About Their HLC Experience
Contact information for institutional representatives to share HLC accreditation activity or Academy experiences available now.
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Academic Program Review Workshop
Develop an impactful academic program review process that’s aligned with your institution’s mission in this interactive, team-based workshop.