August 2025 Actions
HLC’s Board of Trustees, Institutional Actions Council (IAC) and staff take actions on institutional evaluations, requests from institutions for approval of substantive changes, and other aspects of the accreditation relationship.
HLC posts all institutional actions within 30 days after the action is taken. Actions taken during August 2025 are published below and/or on the institution’s Statement of Accreditation Status in the HLC Directory of Institutions.
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Institutional Actions Council
The Higher Learning Commission’s Institutional Actions Council took the following actions on August 11-12, 2025.
Arizona
Campus Evaluation Visit
The School of Architecture, Scottsdale, AZ
- Affirmed the quality of the branch campus, 7610 E. McDonald Dr., Suite G., Scottsdale, AZ 85250.
Approval of Request for Change
Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Doctor of Medicine (160 credit hours, CIP code 51.1201)
Central Arizona College, Coolidge, AZ
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the following Pell-eligible prison education program (PEP): Associate of General Studies – Prison Education Program (60 credit hours, CIP code 24.0102), Associate of Arts – Prison Education Program (60 credit hours, CIP code 24.0101), and Associate of Applied Science in Business – Prison Education Program (60 credit hours, CIP code 52.0201) at Eyman State Prison, 4374 E. Butte Ave., Florence, AZ 85132 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 General Studies – Prison Education Program (60 credit hours, CIP code 24.0102), Associate of Arts – Prison Education Program (60 credit hours, CIP code 24.0101), and Associate of Applied Science in Business – Prison Education Program (60 credit hours, CIP code 52.0201) at Winslow Prison, Arizona State Prison Complex, 2100 S. Highway 87, Winslow, AZ 86047 in the following modalities: in-person and distance education.
Arkansas
Certificate Program Approvals
National Park College, AR
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
- Athletic Training (Pre-Associates Certificate, 16 credit hours, CIP code 24.0101)
Focused Visit
University of Arkansas – East Arkansas Community College, Forrest City, AR
- Affirmed that the institution has demonstrated sufficient evidence that it has addressed the concerns related to the institution’s general ongoing compliance with the Criteria for Accreditation and other applicable HLC requirements in light of the Change of Control, Structure or Organization approved by HLC’s Board of Trustees in October 2024.
Approval of Request for Change
Arkansas Northeastern College, Blytheville, AR
- Approved the institution’s request to open two additional locations:
- Workforce Training Center, 5501 Kreuger Drive, Jonesboro, AR 72401
- ANC Location Northeast Arkansas Community Correctional Center, 13151 East County Road 732, Osceola, AR 72370
Denial of Request for Change
Philander Smith University, Little Rock, AR
- Denied the institution’s request to offer the Certificate in Certified Nursing Assistant, as a credit-based competency-based education program.
Colorado
Certificate Program Approvals
College for Financial Planning, CO
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
- Generational Wealth Transfer Advisor (GWTA) (Post-Baccalaureate Certificate, 3 credit hours, CIP code 52.0804)
Colorado Mesa University, CO
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography (Associate, 45 credit hours, CIP code 51.0910)
Community College of Aurora, CO
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate programs:
- Intimacy Coordination & Direction Certificate (Pre-Associates Certificate, 22 credit hours, CIP code 50.0601)
- Mental Health Coordination Certificate (Pre-Associates Certificate, 22 credit hours, CIP code 50.0601)
University of Colorado Denver, CO
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
- Geriatric Advanced Practice Provider (GAPP) Fellowship (Post-Baccalaureate Certificate, 24 credit hours, CIP code 30.0000)
Reaffirmation of Accreditation
Naropa University, Boulder, CO
- Continued and reaffirmed the institution’s accreditation.
Approval of Request for Change
Iliff School of Theology, Denver, CO
- Approved the institution’s request to change the length of term from a 10-week quarter system to a 15-week semester system for the Professional and Academic Master’s degrees.
Red Rocks Community College, Lakewood, CO
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Associate of Applied Science in Nursing (71.5 credit hours, CIP code 51.3801)
Regis University, Denver, CO
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Master of Science in Applied Artificial Intelligence (30 credit hours, CIP code 30.7102)
Illinois
Certificate Program Approvals
Aurora University, IL
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
- AI Ethics (Bachelor, 12 credit hours, CIP code 38.0103)
Benedictine University, IL
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
- Basic Spanish for Healthcare Certificate (Post-Baccalaureate Certificate, 12 credit hours, CIP code 16.0908)
National Louis University, IL
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
- Technology Sales Professional Certification (Pre-Associates Certificate, 25 credit hours, CIP code 52.1804)
Triton College, IL
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
- Cosmetology Certificate (Pre-Associates Certificate, 50 credit hours, CIP code 12.0401)
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, IL
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
- Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Innovation, Design, and Entrepreneurship (Post-Baccalaureate Certificate, 12 credit hours, CIP code 51.0722)
Reaffirmation of Accreditation
Lake Land College, Mattoon, IL
- Continued and reaffirmed the institution’s accreditation.
Northwestern University, Evanston, IL
- Continued and reaffirmed the institution’s accreditation.
Approval of Request for Change
Aurora University, Aurora, IL
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Doctor of Nursing Practice – Family Nurse Practitioner (77 credit hours, CIP code 51.3805).
Spoon River College, Canton, IL
- Approved the institution’s request to close an additional location: Macomb Campus, 208 S. Johnson St., Macomb, IL 61455 and reopen at 2500 E. Jackson St., Macomb, IL 61455.
Indiana
Certificate Program Approvals
University of Saint Francis, IN
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate programs:
- Practical Nurse (Pre-Associates Certificate, 48 credit hours, CIP code 51.3901)
- Emergency Medical Technology Advanced (Pre-Associates Certificate, 7 credit hours, CIP code 51.0810)
- Qualified Medication Aide (Pre-Associates Certificate, 4 credit hours, CIP code 51.2603)
- Electrocardiography Essentials (Pre-Associates Certificate, 3 credit hours, CIP code 51.0902)
- Medical Billing and Coding (Pre-Associates Certificate, 3 credit hours, CIP code 51.0713)
- Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic (Pre-Associates Certificate, 36 credit hours, CIP code 51.0904)
Approval of Request for Change
Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion, IN
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Bachelor of Education in a reduced-credit format (90 credit hours, CIP code 13.1206).
Purdue University Northwest, Hammond, IN
- Approved the institution’s request to open three additional locations:
- Crown Point High School, 1500 S Main St, Crown Point, IN 46307
- East Chicago Central High School, 1100 W Columbus Dr, East Chicago, IN 46312
- Bishop Noll Institute, 1519 Hoffman St, Hammond, IN 46327
Iowa
Staff Action Recommendation
Mercy College of Health Sciences, Des Moines, IA
- Accepted the staff recommendation.
Reaffirmation of Accreditation
Briar Cliff University, Sioux City, IA
- Continued and reaffirmed the institution’s accreditation.
Approval of Request for Change
Mercy College of Health Sciences, Des Moines, IA
- Approved the institution’s request to substantially change the content for the Master of Science in Nursing in Nursing Education.
Kansas
Certificate Program Approvals
Independence Community College, KS
- Approved institution’s request to offer the following certificate programs:
- Industrial Maintenance Technology (Pre-Associates Certificate, 29 credit hours, CIP code 47.0303)
- Industrial Maintenance Technology – Certificate B (Pre-Associates Certificate, 42 credit hours, CIP code 47.0303)
Campus Evaluation Visit
Central Baptist Theological Seminary, Overland Park, KS
- Affirmed the quality of the branch campus, Central Baptist Theological Seminary, 8620 W. 110th St. Suite 200, Overland Park, KS 66210
Approval of Request for Change
Colby Community College, Colby, KS
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the following Pell-eligible prison education programs (PEP): Associate of Applied Science in Sustainable Renewable Energy – Prison Education Program (66 credit hours, CIP code 47.0101), Certificate in Telecommunications Technology – Prison Education Program (15 credit hours, CIP code 15.0305) and Certificate in Welding – Prison Education Program (32 credit hours, CIP code 48.0508) at Norton Correctional Facility, 11130 Rd E 4, Norton, KS 67654 in the following modalities: in-person and distance education.
Donnelly College, Kansas City, KS
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the following Pell-eligible prison education program (PEP): Associate of Applied Science in Business – Prison Education Program (60 credit hours, CIP code: 52.9999) – Prison Education Program at Lansing Correctional Facility, 301 E. Kansas Avenue, Lansing, KS 66043 in the following modalities: in-person and distance education.
Highland Community College, Highland, KS
- Approved the teach-out of an additional location: Wamego, 500 Miller Drive, Wamego, KS 66547.
Labette Community College, KS
- Approved the institution’s request to offer correspondence education courses.
Manhattan Area Technical College, Manhattan, KS
- Approved the institution’s participation in the Notification Program for Additional Locations within the United States.
McPherson College, McPherson, KS
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science (120 credit hours, CIP code 31.0505).
Michigan
Approval of Request for Change
Calvin University, Grand Rapids, MI
- Approved the institution’s provisional plan to teach out students enrolled in the Master of Science in Nursing, Master of Public Health, and Master of Public Administration programs.
Glen Oaks Community College, MI
- Approved the institution’s request to offer correspondence education courses.
Siena Heights University, Adrian, MI
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the following Pell-eligible prison education programs (PEP):
- Bachelor’s of Business Administration – Prison Education Program (120 credit hours, CIP code 52.0201) at Cooper St. Correctional Facility, 3100 Cooper St, Jackson, MI 49201 in the following modality: in-person.
- Bachelor’s of Business Administration – Prison Education Program (120 credit hours, CIP code 52.0201) at Cotton Correctional Facility, 3500 N. Elm Road, Jackson, MI 49201 in the following modality: in-person.
Minnesota
Interim Report
North Central University, Minneapolis, MN
- Accepted with continued monitoring.
Reaffirmation of Accreditation
Luther Seminary, St. Paul, MN
- Continued and reaffirmed the institution’s accreditation.
Approval of Request for Change
Bethel University, St. Paul, MN
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology (60 credit hours, CIP code 51.0203).
Hennepin Technical College, Brooklyn Park, MN
- Approved the institution’s request to increase the credit hours for the Certificate in Primary Care Technician, from 13 to 21 credit hours (CIP code 51.1504).
Walden University, Minneapolis, MN
- Approved the institution’s request for an aggregate change of 25% or more in program content for the Doctor of Education (60 credit hour, CIP code 13.0101) since the institution’s last accreditation review.
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the following educational programs:
- Doctor of Public Safety and Leadership (68 credit hours, CIP code 43.0104)
- Bachelor of Science in Integrative Health (181 quarter hours, CIP code 51.0001)
Missouri
Certificate Program Approvals
Columbia College, MO
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
- UI/UX Design Certificate (Pre-Associates Certificate, 16 credit hours, CIP code 11.0801)
Saint Louis University, MO
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
- Inclusive Catholic Schools Leadership (Master, 9 credit hours, CIP code 13.0401)
Approval of Request for Change
Eden Theological Seminary, St. Louis, MO
- Approved the institution’s request for an aggregate change of 25% or more in program content for the Master of Community Leadership (CIP code 39.0703) 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 Doctor of Ministry (CIP code 39.0601) since the institution’s last accreditation review.
Kansas City University, Kansas City, MO
- Approved the institution’s request to decrease the credit hours for the Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences Research (CIP code 26.0102), from 60 to 38 credit hours.
Missouri State University-West Plains, West Plains, MO
- Approved the institution’s request for a change in program content for the Associate of Science in Technology (60 credit hours, CIP code 15.0699) since the institution’s last accreditation review.
Missouri Valley College, Marshall, MO
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Master of Business Administration (30 credit hours, CIP code 52.0201).
Saint Charles Community College, Cottleville, MO
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Associate of Applied Science in Machining (61 credit hours, CIP code 48.0501).
University of Central Missouri, Warrensburg, MO
- Approved the institution’s request to open an additional location: Summit Technology Campus, 800 NW Chipman Road, Lee’s Summit, MO 64063.
Denial of Request for Change
William Jewell College, Liberty, MO
- Denied the institution’s request to offer the Master of Science in Education in Transformative Teaching and Learning.
Nebraska
Certificate Program Approvals
Bellevue University, NE
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate programs:
- Telemental Health Certificate (Courses Only, 12 credit hours, CIP code 51.1508)
- Private Practice Certificate (Courses Only, 9 credit hours, CIP code 51.0706)
Metropolitan Community College, NE
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
- Health and Wellness Coaching (Pre-Associates Certificate, 28 credit hours, CIP code 51.0001)
University of Nebraska Medical Center, NE
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
- Emergency Nurse Practitioner (Post-Baccalaureate Certificate, 16 credit hours, CIP code 51.2816).
Approval of Request for Change
Bellevue University, Bellevue, NE
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Master of Social Work (60 credit hours, CIP code 44.0701).
Metropolitan Community College, Omaha, NE
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the following Pell-eligible prison education programs (PEP): Certificate in IT Generalist – Prison Education Program (31.5 credit hours, CIP code 11.0101), Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology – Prison Education Program (96.5 credit hours, CIP code 11.0101), Associate of Applied Science in Manufacturing, Power and Process Operations Technology – Prison Education Program (96.5 credit hours, CIP code 47.0105), Certificate in Manufacturing Pre-Apprenticeship – Prison Education Program (24 credit hours, CIP code 47.0105), Certificate in Manufacturing Process Operations – Prison Education Program (33 credit hours, CIP code 15.0701), Certificate in Residential Carpentry – Prison Education Program (30 credit hours, CIP code 46.0201), Associate of Applied Science in Construction and Building Science Construction Technology – Prison Education Program (98.5 credit hours, CIP code 46.0499), Certificate in Electrical Technology Building Electrical – Prison Education Program (40 credit hours, CIP code 46.0302), Associate of Applied Science in Electrical Technology – Prison Education Program (95 credit hours, CIP code 46.0302), Certificate in Human Services – Prison Education Program (49.5 credit hours, CIP code 44.0000) at Omaha Correctional Center, 2323 Avenue J E, Omaha, NE 68110 in the following modality: in-person.
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the following Pell-eligible prison education programs (PEP): Certificate in IT Generalist – Prison Education Program, 31.5 credit hours, CIP Code 11.0101; Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology – Prison Education Program, 96.5 credit hours, CIP Code 11.0101; Associate of Applied Science in Manufacturing, Power and Process Operations Technology – Prison Education Program, 96.5 credit hours, CIP Code 47.0105; Certificate in Manufacturing Pre-Apprenticeship – Prison Education Program, 24 credit hours, CIP Code 47.0105; Certificate in Manufacturing Process Operations – Prison Education Program, 33 credit hours, CIP Code 15.0701; Certificate in Residential Carpentry – Prison Education Program, 30 credit hours, CIP Code 46.0201; Associate of Applied Science in Construction and Building Science Construction Technology – Prison Education Program, 98.5 credit hours, CIP Code 46.0499; Certificate in Electrical Technology Building Electrical – Prison Education Program, 40 credit hours, CIP code 46.0302; Associate of Applied Science in Electrical Technology – Prison Education Program, 95 credit hours, CIP Code 46.0302; Certificate in Human Services – Prison Education Program, 49.5 credit hours, CIP Code 44.0000 at Tecumseh State Correctional Institution, 2725 N Highway 50, Tecumseh, NE 68450 in the following modality: In-Person.
New Mexico
Approval of Request for Change
Southeast New Mexico College, Carlsbad, NM
- Approved the institution’s request for a change in program content for the following educational programs since the institution’s last accreditation review:
- Associate of Arts in Heritage Interpretation (60 credit hours, CIP code 05.0299)
- Certificate in Welding Technology (Pre-Associates Certificate, 71 credit hours, CIP code 48.0508)
- Associate of Applied Science in Surgical Technology (67 credit hours, CIP code 51.0909)
- Associate of Science in Engineering (65 credit hours, CIP code 14.0101)
- Associate of Applied Science in Emergency Medical Technician (68 credit hours, CIP code 51.0904)
- Associate in Arts in Early Childhood Education (64 credit hours, CIP code 13.1210)
- Certificate in Automotive Technology (Certificate of Completion, 37 credit hours, CIP code 47.0604)
- Associate of Applied Science in Automotive Technology (60 credit hours, CIP code 47.0604)
- Certificate in Licensed Practical Nursing (55 credit hours, CIP code 51.3901)
- Associate in Nursing (74 credit hours, CIP code 51.3801)
- Associate of Applied Science in Welding Technology (70 credit hours, CIP code 48.0508)
North Dakota
Certificate Program Approvals
Lake Region State College, ND
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
- Surgical Technology (Pre-Associates Certificate, 36 credit hours, CIP code 51.0909)
North Dakota State University, ND
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
- College to Career Certificate of Completion (Pre-Associates Certificate, 6 credit hours, CIP code 30.0001)
Reaffirmation of Accreditation
North Dakota State College of Science, Wahpeton, ND
- Continued and reaffirmed the institution’s accreditation.
Approval of Request for Change
Bismarck State College, Bismarck, ND
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the following educational programs:
- Bachelor of Applied Science in Intelligent Machine Learning (120 credit hours, CIP code 11.0102)
- Bachelor of Applied Science in Sports and Exercise Science (120 credit hours, CIP code 31.0505)
Ohio
Certificate Program Approvals
Wright State University, OH
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
- Civics Certificate (Courses Only, 12 credit hours, CIP code 45.1002)
Xavier University, OH
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
- eLearning Design and Development Certificate (Post-Baccalaureate Certificate, 12 credit hours, CIP code 13.0501)
Comprehensive Evaluation
Winebrenner Theological Seminary, Findlay, OH
- Accepted the report and continued the institution’s accreditation.
Staff Action Recommendation
Baldwin Wallace University, Berea, OH
- Accepted the staff recommendation.
Reaffirmation of Accreditation
John Carroll University, University Heights, OH
- Continued and reaffirmed the institution’s accreditation.
Kent State University, Kent, OH
- Continued and reaffirmed the institution’s accreditation
Ohio Northern University, Ada, OH
- Continued and reaffirmed the institution’s accreditation
Approval of Request for Change
Antioch College, Yellow Springs, OH
- Approved the institution’s request for an aggregate change of 25% or more in program content for the Bachelor of Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities (180 credit hours, CIP code 24.0199) since the institution’s last accreditation review.
Ashland University, Ashland, OH
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the following Pell-eligible prison education programs (PEP): Bachelor of Arts in Communication, – Prison Education Program (120 credit hours, CIP code 09.0100), Associate of Arts in General Studies – Prison Education Program (60 credit hours, CIP code 24.0102), Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies, – Prison Education Program (120 credit hours, CIP code 30.9999) and Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership and Development – Prison Education Program (120 credit hours, CIP code 52.0213) at B.B. Rayburn Correctional, 27268 Highway 21 North, Angie, LA 70426 in the following modality: distance education.
Hocking College, Nelsonville, OH
- Approved the institution’s participation in the Notification Program for Additional Locations for additional locations within the United States
Mount St. Joseph University, Cincinnati, OH
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Master of Social Work (60 credit hours, CIP code 51.1503).
Owens Community College, Perrysburg, OH
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Bachelor of Applied Science in Nursing (RN-BSN) (121 credit hours, CIP code 51.3801).
Wittenberg University, Springfield, OH
- Approved the institution’s provisional plan.
Denial Request for Change
Bluffton University, Bluffton, OH
- Denied the institution’s request to offer the Bachelor of Arts in Applied Engineering Science.
Oklahoma
Approval of Request for Change
Eastern Oklahoma State College, Wilburton, OK
- Approved the institution’s request to increase the credit hours for the Certificate in Native American Studies (CIP code 5.0202) from 16 to 28 credit hours.
Southern Nazarene University, Bethany, OK
- Accepted the staff recommendation and approved the institution’s request for an aggregate change of 25% or more in program content for the BS – Sports Management program (120 credit hours, CIP code 31.0504) since the institution’s last accreditation review.
South Dakota
Certificate Program Approvals
Dakota State University, SD
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
- Literacy Instructional Coaching Graduate Certificate (Master, 18 credit hours, CIP code 13.0301)
Reaffirmation of Accreditation
National American University, Rapid City, SD
- Continued and reaffirmed the institution’s accreditation.
Approval of Request for Change
University of South Dakota, Vermillion, SD
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences with Radiologic Technology specialization (CIP code 51.0000), through a contractual arrangement with Avera McKennan Hospital and University Health Center School of Radiologic Technology, Sanford Medical Center School of Radiologic Technology, and Avera Sacred Heart School of Radiologic Technology.
West Virginia
Reaffirmation of Accreditation
New River Community and Technical College, Beaver, WV
- Continued and reaffirmed the institution’s accreditation.
Approval of Request for Change
Bethany College, Bethany, WV
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the following educational programs:
- Master of Arts in Sports Management (30 credit hours, CIP code 31.0504).
- Master of Science in AI-Driven Cybersecurity and Autonomous Defense (30 credit hours, CIP code 11.1003).
- Bachelor of Science in Game Development (120 credit hours, CIP code 11.0204).
- Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts in Exercise Science (120 credit hours, CIP code 31.0505).
Davis and Elkins College, Elkins, WV
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Master in Sport Management (30 credit hours, CIP code 31.0504).
University of Charleston, The, Charleston, WV
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition (120 credit hours, CIP code 19.0504).
Wisconsin
Certificate Program Approvals
Mid-State Technical College, WI
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the following certificate program:
- Advanced Meat Cutting and Butchering (Pre-Associates Certificate, 28 credit hours, CIP code 12.0506)
Reaffirmation of Accreditation
Nicolet Area Technical College, Rhinelander, WI
- Continued and reaffirmed the institution’s accreditation.
Approval of Request for Change
Edgewood University, Madison, WI
- Approved the institution’s request to open an additional location: Deming Way Campus, 1255 Deming Way, Madison, WI 53717.
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Doctor of Technology (Doctoral, 45 credit hours, CIP code 11.1099).
Marquette University, Milwaukee, WI
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the following Pell-eligible prison education program (PEP): Bachelor of Arts in Peace Studies – Prison Education Program (129 credit hours, CIP code 30.0501) at Racine Correctional Institution, 2019 Wisconsin Street, Sturtevant, WI 53177 in the following modalities: in-person and distance education.
Mount Mary University, Milwaukee, WI
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Bachelor of Applied Science in Cybersecurity in a reduced credit format (95 credit hours, CIP code 52.1201).
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Bachelor of Applied Arts in Digital Marketing in a reduced credit format (94 credit hours, CIP code 52.1401).
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, Eau Claire, WI
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the following Pell-eligible prison education program (PEP): Bachelor of Science in Professional Studies – Prison Education Program (120 credit hours, CIP Code: 30.0000) at Stanley Correctional Institution, 100 Corrections Drive, Stanley, WI 54768 in the following modalities: in-person and distance education.
University of Wisconsin-Stout, Menomonie, WI
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the following Pell-eligible prison education program (PEP): Bachelor of Science in Management & Leadership – Prison Education Program (120 credit hours, CIP Code: 52.0205) at Stanley Correctional Institution, 100 Corrections Dr, Stanley, WI 54768 in the following modalities: in-person and distance education.
Board of Trustees
The Higher Learning Commission’s Board of Trustees took the following action on August 27, 2025.
Illinois
Lewis University and Saint Augustine College, Reaffirmed the Board’s July 2025 approval of the continuation of accreditation of Lewis University related to the application for Change of Control, Structure of Organization wherein Lewis University merges and consolidates Saint Augustine College within its structure, with Saint Augustine College ceasing to be an independently accredited institution and to be operated as an additional location of Lewis University. This was the second phase of two phases of approval. The Board approved the first phase in November 2023.
Staff Actions
Higher Learning Commission staff members took the following actions during August 2025.
Iowa
University of Dubuque, Dubuque, IA
- Approved the institution’s teach-out agreement with St. Andrews University, a branch of Weber International University, wherein the University of Dubuque will serve as a teach-out receiving institution for St. Andrews University students. (Approved August 14, 2025)
Kansas
Washburn University of Topeka
- Additional Location Confirmation Visit: Accepted the peer reviewer report on the Pell-eligible prison education program at Topeka Correctional Facility, 815 S.E. Rice Rd., Topeka, Kansas 66607. (Approved August 27, 2025)
Michigan
Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI
- Multi-location Visit: Accepted the peer reviewer report on the following additional locations (Approved August 13, 2025):
- Polish Senior College of Theology & Humanities, Ul. Jana Pawla II 39, 05-807 Podkowa Lesna,
- North American Division of Seventh-day Adventists, 9705 Patuxent Woods Drive, Columbia, Maryland 21046
- Southeastern California Conference, 11330 Pierce Street, Riverside, California 92505-3303
- Forest Lake SDA Church, 515 Harley Lester Lane, Apopka, Florida 32703
- Centro Universitário Adventista de São Paulo (Main Campus), Estrada Municipal Pr. Walter Boger, S/N, Engenheiro Coelho, SP, 13165-000
- Union College, 3800 South 48th Street, Lincoln, Nebraska 68506-4387
Minnesota
Riverland Community College, Austin, MN
- Additional Location Confirmation Visit: Accepted the peer reviewer report on the additional location at Federal Correctional Institution-Waseca, 1000 University Dr. SW, Waseca, Minnesota 56093. (Approved August 6, 2025)
- Additional Location Confirmation Visit: Accepted the peer reviewer report on the additional location at Federal Medical Center – Rochester, 2110 E Center St., Rochester, Minnesota 55904. (Approved August 6, 2025)

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