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Accreditation Matters

Accreditation is an essential indicator of a high-quality education. When choosing an online degree program, make sure to verify the institution's accreditation.

Accreditation is required for:

Credit transfers
Employability
Employer tuition assistance
Graduate school
Federal financial aid eligibility
Professional licensure

Learn More About Online School Accreditation

What Is Regional Accreditation?

School accreditation is important, but what type of accreditation is best? Learn about regional accreditation and what it means for your education.

How to Check if Your Online School Is Accredited

Accreditation ensures academic quality. Learn how to confirm whether your online school is accredited and get tips on red flags to look out for.

Programmatic Accreditation: What It Is and How It Works

Programmatic accreditation ensures you get a quality education. Find out why accreditation matters and how to check a program's accreditation status.

Why Do Schools Want to Be Unaccredited?

College accreditation ensures students receive a quality education — yet some colleges prefer to remain unaccredited. Learn why.

What Is Accreditation?

What does it mean for a college to be accredited? Learn the answer to this question and more in our FAQ, with insights from the president of CHEA.

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Featured Online Accredited Programs

Our partner schools offer programs that help you advance your education while accommodating your schedule. Visit their sites to learn more about degrees, course offerings, start dates, transfer of credits, and more.

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Find Top-Ranked Online Accredited Schools

Top 5 Accredited Online Schools
	School	Location	Acceptance Rate	Accreditation
1	Southern New Hampshire University	Manchester, NH	94%	New England Commission of Higher Education
2	University of Florida	Gainesville, FL	31%	Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
3	Liberty University	Lynchburg, VA	50%	Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
4	Florida International University	Miami, FL	58%	Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
5	Louisiana State University	Baton Rouge, LA	73%	Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

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