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Accreditation
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Comparing College Accreditors: How Much Does the Accrediting Agency Matter?
February 15, 2023 | Alaina McCartney
Accreditation matters — but does it matter which accreditation a college holds? Learn how to evaluate institutional accreditors to find the right fit.
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6 Problems You Might Face if You Attend an Unaccredited College
April 21, 2023 | Alaina McCartney
Thinking of attending college? Make sure it’s accredited. Learn how unaccredited colleges set students up for future hardships.
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A History of Higher Education Accreditation
February 16, 2023 | Alaina McCartney
Accreditation is an important sign of academic quality. Learn about the history of the college accreditation system and the future of accreditation.
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Why Do Schools Want to Be Unaccredited?
February 13, 2023 | Alaina McCartney
College accreditation ensures students receive a quality education. Yet some colleges prefer to remain unaccredited. Learn why.
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41 Schools in Danger of Losing Accreditation in 2023
February 16, 2023 | Alaina McCartney
These U.S. colleges are at high risk for losing accreditation — and closing as a direct result — within the year.
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7 Tips for Spotting Fake College Degrees and Unaccredited Colleges
February 13, 2023 | Alaina McCartney
Verifying school accreditation is an important part of the research process. Learn how to avoid unaccredited colleges and spot a college scam.
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What Is a Diploma Mill?
February 13, 2023 | Alaina McCartney
Diploma mills threaten the education system and your wallet. Find out how these schools operate and how to avoid them.
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Can For-Profit Schools Be Accredited?
February 13, 2023 | Alaina McCartney
For-profit schools commonly earn national or programmatic accreditation through an accrediting agency approved by the U.S. Department of Education or CHEA.
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Programmatic Accreditation: What It Is and How It Works
February 13, 2023 | Staff Writers
Programmatic accreditation ensures you get a quality education. Find out why accreditation matters and how to check a program's accreditation status.
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How to Check if Your Online School Is Accredited
April 14, 2023 | Staff Writers
Accreditation ensures academic quality. Read how to confirm whether your online school is accredited and learn about the red flags to look out for.
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