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

Learn about what college accreditors do and how they ensure that university programs offer students a quality education.Understand how the college accreditation system benefits students, employers, and institutions alike.Colleges losing accreditation could jeopardize your hard-earned credits and financial aid. Find which schools are at risk and understand what it means for you.Regional accreditation is key to financial aid, transferable credits, and a marketplace-ready degree. Explore regional accreditation using our guide.Programmatic accreditation signals high quality for departments within institutions. Explore details on accredited programs in this helpful guide.

Explore Accredited Online Schools by State

Find Top-Ranked Online Accredited Schools

Top 5 Accredited Online Schools
SchoolLocationAcceptance RateAccreditation
Arizona State University Digital ImmersionScottsdale, AZ64%Higher Learning Commission
Kennesaw State UniversityKennesaw, GA69%Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Purdue University GlobalWest Lafayette, INN/AHigher Learning Commission
Southern New Hampshire UniversityManchester, NH96%New England Commission of Higher Education
University of Maryland Global CampusAdelphi, MDN/AMiddle States Commission on Higher Education

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