Who's Fit to Accredit? Ed Sec Ponders School Gatekeepers
Published Date: 4/4/2025
Notice
Summary
The U.S. Secretary of Education is reviewing certain accrediting agencies to decide if they meet the rules to keep their official recognition. Schools, students, and these agencies should pay attention because this affects which schools get federal money and stay trusted. You can send your thoughts in writing before the deadline to help shape the decision.
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Accrediting reviews affect school funding
These recognition reviews affect which schools get federal money and whether those schools remain trusted. If an accrediting agency’s recognition changes, it can affect students and schools by changing which institutions are eligible for federal funds and official recognition.
Public comment opportunity on reviews
The Department of Education is asking members of the public to submit written comments about accrediting agencies that are currently under review for recognition by the U.S. Secretary of Education. You can send your written views before the review deadline to help shape the Secretary’s recognition decision.
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