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Colleges and universities demonstrate quality by earning accreditation through our streamlined and efficient accreditation processes.
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We help you achieve your improvement goals with learning opportunities to refine or even revolutionize areas of your institution.
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As a thought leader in higher education, HLC understands and actively promotes sound leadership as critical for its institutions in achieving success.
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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.
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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.
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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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Comments Invited on Proposed Policy Changes
HLC’s Board of Trustees is considering revisions to policies regarding entities that control institutions, known as related entities, and components of institutions, including those that may be included in a member institution’s HLC accreditation.
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Comments Invited on Proposed Policy Changes
HLC’s Board of Trustees is considering revisions to policies regarding entities that control institutions, known as related entities, and components of institutions, including those that may be included in a member institution’s HLC accreditation.
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HLC Launches Endorsement Process for Navigating Complex Credential Marketplace
The Higher Learning Commission is launching a process to evaluate and endorse organizations that provide short-term credential programs.
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Program Assessment Virtual Workshop
This virtual workshop will help you unpack your current program assessment processes and discover methods for improving effectiveness.