April 2024 Actions

Institutional Actions Council, April 29–30

The Higher Learning Commission’s Institutional Actions Council took the following actions on April 29–30, 2024.

Arizona

Certificate Program Approval

Arizona Western College, AZ

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate programs:
  • Fortinet Certified Professional Cybersecurity (3 credit hours, Pre-Associates Certificate, CIP code 43.0404)
  • Fortinet Certified Solution Specialist (3 credit hours, Pre-Associates Certificate, CIP code 43.0404)
  • Fortinet Certified Associate Cybersecurity (3 credit hours, Pre-Associates Certificate, CIP code 43.0404)
  • Fortinet Certified Expert (3 credit hours, Pre-Associates Certificate, CIP code 43.0404)

Maricopa Community Colleges-Paradise Valley Community College, AZ

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
  • Paralegal (Pre-Associates Certificate, 36 credit hours, CIP code 22.0302)

Approval of Request for Change

Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ

• Approved the institution’s request to decrease the credit hours for the Doctor of Behavioral Health (Management) in Applied Behavior Analysis, from 84 to 60 credit hours (CIP code 42.2814).
• Approved the institution’s request to decrease the credit hours for the Doctor of Behavioral Health (Clinical) in Applied Behavior Analysis, from 84 to 60 credit hours (CIP code 42.2814).

Arizona Western College, Yuma, AZ

• Approved the institution’s request to increase the credit hours for the Certificate in Data Analytics, from 4 to 9 credit hours (CIP code 30.7001).

Cochise College, Sierra Vista, AZ

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following programs:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (124 semester credit hours, CIP code 51.3801)
  • Bachelor of Applied Science in Leadership, Management, and Operations (120–135 credit hours, CIP code 52.0213)

Maricopa Community Colleges-Paradise Valley Community College, Phoenix, AZ

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the Associate of Applied Science in Paralegal (65 credit hours, CIP code 22.0302).

Arkansas

Certificate Program Approval

Ozarka College, AR

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
  • Skilled Trades (Pre-Associates Certificate, 30 credit hours, CIP code 46.0000).

Southeast Arkansas College, AR

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate programs:
  • Technical Certificate in Clinical Medical Assisting (Pre-Associates Certificate, 31 credit hours, CIP code 51.0801)
  • Certificate of Proficiency: Administrative Medical Assisting (Pre-Associates Certificate, 19 credit hours, CIP code 51.0801)

University of Arkansas Rich Mountain, AR

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate programs:
  • Paramedic (Pre-Associates Certificate, 40 credit hours, CIP code 51.0904)
  • Engine Sciences (Pre-Associates Certificate, 31 credit hours, CIP code 47.0604)

Approval of Request for Change

Arkansas State University, Jonesboro, AR

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (152.5 credit hours, CIP code 01.8001).
• Approved the institution’s request to open an additional location: A-State Qatar, Otba Bin Mohammed Street, Mehairja, Dohta, Qatar.

Black River Technical College, Pocahontas, AR

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the Associate of Applied Science in Nursing (Transition Pathway) (66 semester hours, CIP code 51.3801).
• Approved the institution’s request to open an additional location: JCA Powersports, 11759 US Hwy 63 N, Boro, AR 72416.

Harding University, Searcy, AR

• Approved the institution’s teach-out plan to move the Harding School of Theology from the branch campus in Memphis, Tennessee, to the main campus in Searcy, Arkansas.

John Brown University, Siloam Springs, AR

• Approved the teach out of an additional location: JBU Rogers Center, 2807 Ajax Ave, Suite 200, Rogers, AR 72758.

North Arkansas College, Harrison, AR

• Approved the institution’s request to decrease the credit hours for the Certificate in Truck Driving from 16 to 6 credit hours (CIP code 49.0205).

University of Arkansas at Monticello, Monticello, AR

• Approved the institution’s request to gain access to HLC’s Notification Program for Additional Locations for additional locations within the United States.

University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton, Morrilton, AR

• Approved the institution’s request to open an additional location: Greenbrier High School, 72 Green Valley Drive, Greenbrier, AR 72058.

University of Arkansas-Fort Smith, Fort Smith, AR

• Approved the institution’s request to open two additional locations:
  • Southside High School, 4100 Gary Street, Fort Smith, AR 72903
  • Northside High School, 2301 North B Street, Fort Smith, AR 72901

Colorado

Certificate Program Approval

Colorado Mountain College, CO

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
  • Data Analytics Certificate of Occupational Proficiency (Pre-Associates Certificate, 18 credit hours, CIP code 30.7101)

Colorado State University, CO

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
  • Spanish for the Veterinary Professional (Post-Baccalaureate Certificate, 9 credit hours, CIP code 16.0905)

Western Colorado University, CO

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
  • Graduate Certificate in Energy Geoscience (Master, 15 credit hours, CIP code 40.0699)

Campus Evaluation Visit

Rocky Vista University, Englewood, CO

• Affirmed the quality of the branch campus, Rocky Vista University – Montana College of Osteopathic Medicine (RVU-MCOM), 4130 Rocky Vista Way, Billings, Montana 59106.

Approval of Request for Change

Colorado State University Pueblo, Pueblo, CO

• Approved the institution’s request to open an additional location: Youth Offender Services, 1300 W. 13th Street, Pueblo, CO 81003.

Front Range Community College, Westminster, CO

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the Bachelor of Applied Science in Business Administration (120 credit hours, CIP code 52.0201).

Naropa University, Boulder, CO

• Approved the institution’s request for an aggregate change of 25% or more in credit hours for the Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies since the institution’s last accreditation review.
• Approved the institution’s request for an aggregate change of 25% or more in program content for the Master of Arts in Religious Studies (Yoga) since the institution’s last accreditation review.

Red Rocks Community College, Lakewood, CO

• Approved the institution’s request to open an additional location: Rocky Mountain Chefs of Colorado, 1785 Quebec St., Vail Building, Denver, CO 80220.

Regis University, Denver, CO

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Counselor Education and Supervision (60 semester hours, CIP code 13.1101).

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following Pell-eligible prison education program (PEP): Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts at Limon Correctional Facility, 49030 CO-71, Limon, CO 80828, in the following modalities: in-person and distance education.
• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following Pell-eligible prison education program (PEP): Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts at La Vista Correctional Facility, 1401 W. 17th St., Pueblo, CO 81003, in the following modalities: in-person and distance education.

Western Colorado University, Gunnison, CO

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the Associate of General Studies (70 credit hours, CIP code 24.0102).

Illinois

Certificate Program Approval

McHenry County College, IL

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate programs:
  • Sheet Metal Certificate (Pre-Associates Certificate, 16 credit hours, CIP code 47.0201)
  • Residential Heating Certificate (Pre-Associates Certificate, 15 credit hours, CIP code 47.0201)
  • Residential Heating and Air Conditioning Installation Certificate (Pre-Associates Certificate, 26 credit hours, CIP code 47.0201)
  • Residential Air Conditioning Certificate (Pre-Associates Certificate, 16 credit hours, CIP code 47.0201)
  • Energy Audit Certificate (Pre-Associates Certificate, 20 credit hours, CIP code 47.0201)
  • Electrical Troubleshooting Certificate (Pre-Associates Certificate, 16 credit hours, CIP code 47.0201)
  • Commercial Refrigeration Certificate (Pre-Associates Certificate, 18 credit hours, CIP code 47.0201)
  • Commercial Heating Certificate (Pre-Associates Certificate, 26 credit hours, CIP code 47.0201)
  • Commercial Air Conditioning Certificate (Pre-Associates Certificate, 26 credit hours, CIP code 47.0201)

Southern Illinois University Carbondale, IL

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
  • Africana Studies (post-baccalaureate certificate) (Post-Baccalaureate, 18 credit hours, CIP code 05.0201)

Southwestern Illinois College, IL

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
  • Sterile Processing Technician (Pre-Associates Certificate, 16 credit hours, CIP code 51.1012)

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, IL

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
  • Food Regulations, Nutrition Policy, and Personalized Nutrition (Post-Baccalaureate Certificate, 12 credit hours, CIP code 30.1901)

Focused Visit

Saint Xavier University, Chicago, IL

• Affirmed that the institution is addressing the concerns related to shared governance.

Reaffirmation of Accreditation

Joliet Junior College, Joliet, IL

Triton College, River Grove, IL

Richland Community College, Decatur, IL

Approval of Request for Change

Illinois Central College, East Peoria, IL

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following Pell-eligible prison education program (PEP): Certificate in Business Management and Administration at Federal Correctional Institution, Pekin, IL, 2600 2nd St., Pekin, IL 61554, in the following modality: in-person.

John A. Logan College, Carterville, IL

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following programs:
  • Associate of Applied Science in Hospitality Management (62 credit hours, CIP code 52.0901)
  • Certificate in Hospitality Management Operations (28 credit hours, CIP code 52.0901)

Rend Lake College, Ina, IL

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the Certificate in Welding Fundamentals (12 semester hours) and Certificate in Welding Technology (24 credit hours, CIP code 48.0508) as credit-based competency-based education programs.

Triton College, River Grove, IL

• Approved the institution’s request to gain access to HLC’s Notification Program for Additional Locations for additional locations within the United States..

University of Illinois Chicago, Chicago, IL

• Approved the institution’s request to open an additional location: UIC College of Nursing, 625 S. Wright Street, Suite 201, Champaign, IL 61820.

Black Hawk College, Moline, IL

• Approved the institution’s request to open three additional locations:
  • Moline High School, 3600 Avenue of the Cities, Moline, IL 61265
  • Rock Island High School, 1400 25th St., Rock Island, IL 61201
  • United Township High School, 1275 Avenue of the Cities, East Moline, IL 61244

Elgin Community College, Elgin, IL

• Approved the institution’s request to increase the credit hours for the Certificate in Automated Electronic Systems (CIP code 47.0303) from 9 to 18.5 credit hours.
• Request to increase the credit hours in the Renewable Energy certificate program (CIP 47.0701) from 17 to 26.5 credit hours.
• Approved the institution’s request to increase the credit hours for the Certificate in Music Production (CIP code 10.0203) from 18 to 27 credit hours.

Lewis University, Romeoville, IL

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the Bachelor of Arts in Art Therapy (128 credit hours, CIP code 51.2301).

Indiana

Comprehensive Evaluation

Calumet College of St. Joseph, Whiting, IN

• Accepted the team report.

Indiana University Southeast, New Albany, IN

• Accepted the team report.

Approval of Request for Change

Butler University, Indianapolis, IN

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program (126 credit hours, CIP code 51.3801)

Franklin College, Franklin, IN

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the Bachelor of Arts Game Development track in Software Engineering (60 credit hours, CIP code 11.0204).

Hanover College, Hanover, IN

• Approved the institution’s request to open an additional location: Hanover College- South, 580 Missouri Ave, Jeffersonville, IN 47130.

Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion, IN

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the Graduate Certificate in Transition to Teaching-Elementary Education (24 credit hours, CIP code 13.1202) as a credit-based competency-based education program.

Manchester University, North Manchester, IN

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the Master of Business Administration (30 semester hours, CIP code 52.0201).

Iowa

Certificate Program Approval

North Iowa Area Community College, IA

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
  • EDUCATE Program (Pre-Associates Certificate, 9 credit hours, CIP code 30.0001).

Western Iowa Tech Community College, IA

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
  • Dental Assisting (Pre-Associates Certificate, 35 credit hours, CIP code 51.0601)
  • Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration (Pre-Associates Certificate, 36 credit hours, CIP code 47.0201)
  • Electrician (Pre-Associates Certificate, 34 credit hours, CIP code 46.0302)
  • Construction (Pre-Associates Certificate, 36 credit hours, CIP code 46.0201)
  • Medical Assistant (Pre-Associates Certificate, 47 credit hours, CIP code 51.0801)
  • Veterinary Assistant (Pre-Associates Certificate, 35 credit hours, CIP code 01.8301)

Approval of Request for Change

Buena Vista University, Storm Lake, IA

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the Master of Education in Educational Administration (33 semester hours, CIP code 13.0401).

Grand View University, Des Moines, IA

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the Master of Science in Instructional Design (33 credit hours, CIP code 13.0501).

Northwestern College, Orange City, IA

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the Bachelor of Science in Engineering (127-135 credit hours, CIP code 14.0101).

Northeast Iowa Community College, Calmar, IA

• Approved the institution’s request to increase the credit hours for the Specialist in Computer Aided Drafting, from 10 to 16 credit hours (CIP code 15.1301).

Kansas

Approval of Request for Change

Emporia State University, Emporia, KS

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the Associate in General Studies (60 semester credit hours, CIP code 24.0102).

Benedictine College, Atchison, KS

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the Master of Arts in Special Education (30 semester hours, CIP code 13.1001).

Hesston College, Hesston, KS

• Approved the institution’s request to open an additional location: Tabor College, 400 S Jefferson St, Hillsboro, KS 67063.

Southwestern College, Winfield, KS

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the Master of Arts in Sport Management (36 semester hours, CIP code 31.0504).

Tabor College, Hillsboro, KS

• Approved the institution’s request to open an additional location: Hesston College, 301 S Main St, Hesston, KS 67062.

Independence Community College, Independence, KS

• Approved the institution’s Provisional Plan to teach out students enrolled in the Associate of Applied of Science in Veterinary Nursing, including the teach-out agreement with Colby Community College.

Labette Community College, Parsons, KS

• Approved the institution’s request to gain access to HLC’s Notification Program for Additional Locations for additional locations within the United States..

University of Saint Mary, Leavenworth, KS

• Approved the institution’s request for a change in mission/student body in relation to offering a third program at a new degree level.

Denial of Request for Change

Southwestern College, Winfield, KS

• Denied the institution’s request to offer the Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (108 semester hours, CIP code 51.0912).

Michigan

Staff Action

Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI

• Accepted staff recommendation.

Certificate Program Approval

Central Michigan University, MI

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
  • Health and Physical Education, Graduate Certificate (Post-Baccalaureate Certificate, 15 credit hours, CIP code 13.1307)

Kellogg Community College, MI

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
  • Community Paramedic Certificate (Pre-Associates Certificate, 16 credit hours, CIP code 51.2208)

Monroe County Community College, MI

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
  • Emergency Medical Technician Certificate (Pre-Associates Certificate, 16 credit hours, CIP code 51.0904)

Focused Visit

Albion College, Albion, MI

• Affirmed that the institution has demonstrated sufficient evidence that it has addressed the concerns related to Core Components 4.B. and 5.B.

Campus Evaluation Visit

Saginaw Chippewa Tribal College, Mt. Pleasant, MI

• Affirmed the quality of the branch campus, 5805 Pickard Street Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858.

Reaffirmation of Accreditation

Mid Michigan College, Harrison, MI

Approval of Request for Change

Baker College, Owosso, MI

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following programs:
  • Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education (120 semester hours, CIP code 13.1202)
  • Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership (54 semester hours, CIP code 13.0401)
• Approved the institution’s request for a change in student body in relation to offering a third program at a new degree level.

Delta College, University Center, MI

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the Associate of Applied Science in Human Services (62 semester hours, CIP code 44.0000).

Kellogg Community College, Battle Creek, MI

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following Pell-eligible prison education program (PEP): Associate of Applied Science in Business Management at Lakeland Correctional Facility, 141 First St., Coldwater, MI 49036, in the following modality: in-person.

Northwood University, MI

• Approved the institution’s request to offer correspondence education courses.

Washtenaw Community College, Ann Arbor, MI

• Approved the institution’s request to open an additional location: Ypsilanti Community High School, 2095 Packard Road, Ypsilanti, MI 48197.

Minnesota

Certificate Program Approval

Alexandria Technical and Community College

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
  • Spanish for Public Safety (Pre-Associates Certificate, 12 credit hours, CIP code 05.0299).

Minneapolis Community & Technical College, MN

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
  • Cannabis Studies Certificate (Pre-Associates Certificate, 17 credit hours, CIP code 01.0601).

Northwest Technical College, MN

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
  • Cosmetology (Pre-Associates Certificate, 56 credit hours, CIP code 12. 0401).

Reaffirmation of Accreditation

Lake Superior College, Duluth, MN

Alexandria Technical and Community College, Alexandria, MN

Assurance Review

Adler Graduate School, Minnetonka, MN

• Accepted the team report.

Staff Action

Capella University, Minneapolis MN

• Denied staff recommendation to require monitoring.

Approval of Request for Change

Martin Luther College, New Ulm, MN

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the Minor in Theology Education (18 credit hours, CIP code 39.0699) as a credit-based competency-based education program.

Northland Community and Technical College, Thief River Falls, MN

• Approved the institution’s request to gain access to HLC’s Notification Program for Additional Locations for additional locations within the United States..

Rasmussen University, Bloomington, MN

• Approved the teach out of a branch campus: Lake Elmo, 8565 Eagle Point Circle, Lake Elmo, MN 55042.

Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota, Winona, MN

• Approved the institution’s request to increase the credit hours for the Master of Arts in Counseling & Psychological Services from 48 to 60 credit hours (CIP code 42.2803).

Southwest Minnesota State University, Marshall, MN

• Approved the institution’s request to change the delivery modality to both in person and online for the Bachelor of Science in Agribusiness Management (Agricultural Finance Concentration).

Missouri

Approval of Request for Change

Columbia College, Columbia, MO

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the Master of Science in Cybersecurity (30 credit hours, CIP code 11.1003).

Covenant Theological Seminary, St. Louis, MO

• Approved the institution’s teach-out of the following additional locations, including the teach-out agreement with Calvin Theological Seminary:
  
  • Redemption Church-Gilbert, 1820 W Elliot Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85223
  • Redemption Church-Tempe, 2050 E Southern Ave, Tempe, AZ 85282
  • Residence (Michael Goheen), C3717 S Cottonwood Dr, Tempe, AZ 85282.

Culver-Stockton College, Canton, MO

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership (30 semester hours, CIP code 52.0213).

Drury University, Springfield, MO

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following programs:
  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (129 semester credit hours, CIP code 14.1901).
  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (129 semester credit hours, CIP code 14.1001).

Fontbonne University, St. Louis, MO

• Approved the institution’s Provisional Plan and Teach-Out Agreements with the following institutions:
  • Aquinas College
  • Buena Vista University
  • Culver-Stockton College
  • Greenville University
  • Illinois College
  • Lindenwood University
  • Maryville University
  • Missouri Baptist University
  • Quincy University
  • Rockhurst University
  • Southern Illinois University – Edwardsville
  • Spalding University (not affiliated with HLC)
  • University of Central Missouri
  • University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis
  • University of Missouri – St. Louis
  • University of Olivet
  • University of Wisconsin – River Falls
  • Webster University

Hannibal-LaGrange University, Hannibal, MO

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the Master of Arts in Counseling (48 credit hours, CIP code 51.1508).

Missouri Southern State University, Joplin, MO

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the Master of Science in Sport and Recreation Management (30 credit hours, CIP code 31.0504).

Missouri University of Science and Technology, Rolla, MO

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Biological Sciences (72 credit hours, CIP code 26.0101).

Ozark Christian College, Joplin, MO

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following programs:
  • Master of Arts in Bible and Theology (36 semester hours, CIP code 39.0201).
  • Master of Divinity (72 semester hours, CIP code 39.0602).
• Approved the institution’s request for a change in student body in relation to offering a third program at a new degree level.

Ozarks Technical Community College, Springfield, MO

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the Associate of Applied Science in Aviation Airframe and Powerplant (79 semester hours, CIP code 47.0608).

University of Missouri-Columbia, Columbia, MO

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the Bachelor of Science in Data Science (120 semester hours, CIP code 30.7001).

Denial of Request for Change

Lindenwood University, St. Charles, MO

• Denied the institution’s request to offer the Certificate and Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science (CIP code 51.1005) through a contractual relationship with Mercy Hospital School of Clinical Laboratory Science.

William Jewell College, Liberty, MO

• Denied the institution’s request to offer the following programs:
  • Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (57 semester hours, CIP code 11.0103)
  • Bachelor of Science in Cyber Security (54-56 semester hours, CIP code 43.0303)
  • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (57 semester hours, CIP code 11.0701)

Nebraska

Reaffirmation of Accreditation

Bryan College of Health Sciences, Lincoln, NE

Approval of Request for Change

Concordia University, Seward, NE

• Approved the institution’s request to open an additional location: Lu’An Vocational & Technical College, 1 Zhengyang Road, Anhui Province, Lu’An 237158, People’s Republic of China.

Southeast Community College Area, Lincoln, NE

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following Pell-eligible prison education program (PEP): Associate of Applied Science in Business at Nebraska State Penitentiary, 4201 South 14th Street, Lincoln, NE 68502, in the following modalities: in-person and distance education.
• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following Pell-eligible prison education program (PEP): Associate of Arts in Academic Transfer at Community Corrections Center -Lincoln, 2720 W Van Dorn Street, Lincoln, NE 68522, in the following modalities: in-person and distance education.

Denial of Request for Change

Little Priest Tribal College, Winnebago, NE

• Denied the institution’s request to open an additional location: Northeast Community College Extended Campus, 1001 College Way, P.O. Box 989, South Sioux City, NE 68776.

New Mexico

Reaffirmation of Accreditation

University of the Southwest, Hobbs, NM

Approval of Request for Change

Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine, NM

• Approved the institution’s request to offer distance education courses.

North Dakota

Approval of Request for Change

University of Jamestown, Jamestown, ND

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the Doctor of Leadership (54 semester hours, CIP code 52.0213).
• Approved the institution’s request for a change in student body in relation to offering a third program at a new degree level.

Ohio

Certificate Program Approval

Bluffton University, OH

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate programs:
  • Educational Administration – Secondary School (leads to a Principal license) (Post-Baccalaureate Certificate, 28 credit hours, CIP code 13.0409)
  • Educational Administration – Elementary and Middle School (leads to a Principal license) (Post-Baccalaureate Certificate, 28 credit hours, CIP code 13.0408)

Kent State University, OH

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate programs:
  • Accounting Fundamentals – Graduate Certificate (Post-Baccalaureate Certificate, 12 credit hours, CIP code 51.0301)
  • Semiconductor Manufacturing Technician – Undergraduate Certificate (Pre-Associates Certificate, 17 credit hours, CIP code 15.0616)

Mercy College of Ohio, OH

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
  • Medical Assisting Certificate Program (Pre-Associates Certificate, 26 credit hours, CIP code 51.0801)

Shawnee State University, OH

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate programs:
  • MRI Certificate (Bachelor, 9 credit hours, CIP code 51.0920)
  • Certificate in Deaf blindness Education (Specialist, 15 credit hours, CIP code 13.1007)

Approval of Request for Change

Antioch University, Yellow Springs, OH

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the Master of Science in Allied Health (30 credit hours, CIP code 51.0701).

Baldwin Wallace University, Berea, OH

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (60 credit hours, CIP code 51.1508).

Capital University, Columbus, OH

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the Master of Social Work (36 or 59 semester hours, CIP code 44.0701).

Cincinnati State Technical and Community College, Cincinnati, OH

• Approved the institution’s request to open the following additional locations:
  • Cincinnati State Colerain Paramedic Location, Colerain Township Administration Building, 4200 Springdale Road, Colerain Township, OH 45251.
  • Lakota East High School, 6840 Lakota Lane, Liberty Township, OH 45044
  • Lakota West High School, 8940 Union Centre Boulevard, West Chester, OH 45069
  • Monroe High School, 220 Yankee Road, Monroe, OH 45050.

Columbus State Community College, Columbus, OH

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (120 semester hours, CIP code 51.3801).

Cuyahoga Community College, Cleveland, OH

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the Bachelor of Applied Science in Integrated Digital Manufacturing Engineering Technology (124 semester hours, CIP code 14.3501).

Franklin University, Columbus, OH

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the Doctor of Education in Instructional Design Leadership (60 semester hours, CIP code 13.0301).

Eastern Gateway Community College, Steubenville, OH

• Approved the institution’s Provisional Plan and Teach-Out Agreements with the following institutions:
  • Belmont College
  • Franklin University
  • Hocking College
  • Lorain County Community College
  • Stark State College
  • Westmoreland County Community College (not affiliated with HLC)

Edison State Community College, Piqua, OH

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (122 credit hours, CIP code 51.3801).

Northeast Ohio Medical University, Rootstown, OH

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the Doctor of Dental Surgery (200.5 credit hours, CIP code 51.0401).

Owens Community College, Perrysburg, OH

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the Associate of Applied Science in Cardiac Sonography (63 semester hours, CIP code 51.0901).

Washington State College of Ohio, Marietta, OH

• Approved the institution’s request to open an additional location: Warren High School, 130 Warrior Dr., Vincent, OH 45784.

Denial of Request for Change

Notre Dame College, Cleveland, OH

• Denied the institution’s request to offer the Doctor of Education in Inclusive Leadership.

Oklahoma

Certificate Program Approval

Oklahoma Baptist University, OK

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate programs:
  • Health Care Management (Master, 12 credit hours, CIP code 51.0701)
  • Sport Management (Master, 12 credit hours, CIP code 31.0504)
  • Business Analytics (Master, 12 credit hours, CIP code 30.7102)
  • Data Analytics (Master, 12 credit hours, CIP code 30.7101)

Reaffirmation of Accreditation

Northwestern Oklahoma State University, Alva, OK

Approval of Request for Change

Oklahoma Christian University, OK

• Approved the institution’s request to offer correspondence education courses.

Rose State College, Midwest City, OK

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the Bachelor of Applied Technology in Cyber Security (130 credit hours, CIP code 11.0201).

Tulsa Community College, Tulsa, OK

• Approved the institution’s request to increase the credit hours for the Certificate in Aviation Sciences Technology in Commercial Pilot from 7 to 24 credit hours (CIP code 49.0102).
• Approved the institution’s request to increase the credit hours for the Certificate in Aviation Sciences Technology in Private Pilot from 5 to 12 credit hours (CIP code 36.0119).
• Approved the institution’s request to increase the credit hours for the Certificate in Aviation Sciences Technology in Flight Instructor from 5 to 18 credit hours (CIP code 49.0108).

Western Oklahoma State College, Altus, OK

• Approved the institution’s request to open an additional location: Great Plains Correctional Center, 700 Sugar Creed Road, Hinton, OK 73047.

South Dakota

Approval of Request for Change

National American University, Rapid City, SD

• Approved the institution’s request to close the main campus at 5301 Mt. Rushmore Road, Rapid City, SD 57701, and re-open at 4020 Jackson Blvd., Rapid City, SD 57702.

Northern State University, Aberdeen, SD

• Approved the institution’s request to gain access to HLC’s Notification Program for Additional Locations for additional locations within the United States..

Western Dakota Technical College, Rapid City, SD

• Approved the institution’s request to open an additional location: 2500 Minnekahta Ave, Hot Springs, SD 57747.

West Virginia

Staff Action Recommendation

Bethany College, Bethany, WV

• Denied staff action recommendation to require monitoring.

Approval of Request for Change

Catholic International University, Charles Town, WV

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following programs:
  • Master of Arts in Liberal Arts Education (33 semester hours, CIP code 24.0199).
  • Master of Arts in Ecclesial Administration and Management (30 credit hours, CIP code 39.0801).
• Approved the institution’s request for a change in student body in relation to offering a third program at a new degree level.

Glenville State University, Glenville, WV

• Approved the institution’s request to open the following additional locations:
  • Midland Trail High School, 26719 Midland Trail, Hico, WV 25854
  • Gilmer County High School, 300 Pine Street, Glenville, WV 26351
  • Braxton County High School, 200 Jerry Burton Drive, Sutton, WV 26601
  • Webster County High School, 1 Highlander Drive, Upperglade, WV 26266
  • Calhoun County Middle/High School, 50 Underwood Circle, Mt. Zion, WV 26151

Huntington Junior College, Huntington, WV

• Approved the institution’s request for an aggregate change of 25% or more in program content for the Associate of Applied Science in Addiction Recovery since the institution’s last accreditation review.

University of Charleston, The, Charleston, WV

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the Doctorate of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (DNAP) (106 credit hours, CIP code 51.3804).
• Approved the institution’s request for a change in student body in relation to offering a third program at a new degree level.

West Liberty University, West Liberty, WV

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the Bachelor of Science in Aviation Commercial Pilot: Fixed Wing (120 credit hours, CIP code 49.0102).

West Virginia University at Parkersburg, Parkersburg, WV

• Approved the institution’s request to initiate a customized pathway for the Bachelor of Arts Grow your own Elementary Education and Teaching program.

Denial of Request for Change

Catholic International University, Charles Town, WV

• Denied the institution’s request to offer the Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence, Immersive Technology, and Big Data Design (30 credit hours, CIP code 11.0105).

Wisconsin

Certificate Program Approval

Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University, WI

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
  • Emergency Medical Technician (Courses Only, 7 credit hours, CIP code 51.0904)

University of River Falls, WI

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
  • Superintendency and Educational System Administration (Post-Baccalaureate Certificate, 30 credit hours, CIP code 13.0411)

Waukesha County Technical College, WI

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
  • Industrial Metrology Technician (Pre-Associates Certificate, 16 credit hours, CIP code 15.0702)

Approval of Request for Change

Concordia University, Mequon, WI

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following programs:
  • Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Business Administration (60 semester credit hours, CIP code 52.0201)
  • Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Leadership in Innovation and Continuous Improvement (60 semester credit hours, CIP code 52.0213)

Nicolet Area Technical College, Rhinelander, WI

• Approved the institution’s request to change the length of terms from 15 to 12 weeks for Summer and from 15 to 16 weeks for Fall and Spring.

Northland College, Ashland, WI

• Approved the institution’s request for an aggregate change of 25% or more in program content for the Bachelor of Arts Pre-LAW program since the institution’s last accreditation review.

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI

• Approved the teach-out of an additional location: UW Washington County, 400 University Dr, West Bend, WI 53095-3699.

University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, Oshkosh, WI

• Approved the teach-out of branch campus: Fond du Lac Campus, 400 University Drive, Fond du Lac, WI 54935.

Wyoming

Certificate Program Approval

Laramie County Community College, WY

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
  • Machine Tool Technology (Pre-Associates Certificate, 16 credit hours, CIP code 48.0501)

Northern Wyoming Community College District, WY

• Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
  • Supply Chain Management Certificate (Pre-Associates Certificate, 21 credit hours, CIP code 52.0203)