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Interested in accreditation for your college or university? Once achieved, institutional accreditation will open the door to multiple funding opportunities, including Federal Financial Aid and Veteran Benefits. We have assisted many institutions through this process and would be pleased to support you as well. Request your complimentary consultation today!
Choosing an accreditor is a critical decision that should not be taken lightly. Accreditation requires a substantial investment of both financial and human resources. We recommend selecting an accreditor that aligns with your current goals while allowing room for your school’s future growth. We offer colleges and universities accreditation consulting for ACCSC, ABHES, and TRACS.
ACCSC ACCREDITATION
ACCSC is an ideal general-scope accreditor. Institutions accredited by ACCSC have the ty to expand their training to any occupational sector and to offer degree programs, including associate, bachelor's, and master's degrees.
ABHES ACCREDITATION
ABHES accreditation is well-suited for institutions offering predominantly allied health education programs from certificates and diplomas to master's degrees. ABHES also offers programmatic accreditation for the medical assisting, medical laboratory technology, and surgical technology programs
TRACS ACCREDITATION
TRACS accredits Christian faith-based postsecondary institutions with a Christian theological framework, mission, and doctrinal foundation, and integration of a biblical worldview into their programs.
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Our accreditation consulting package includes four milestones that will take your institution from Licensed to Accredited in 18 to 24 months, depending on the accreditation cycle and your school readiness:
Milestone 1 - Aligning with Accreditation Standards.
Milestone 2 - Implementing Annual Evaluations.
Milestone 3 - Preparing Applications & SER Report.
Milestone 4 - Preparing Visits & Exhibits.
This approach allows your institution to commit to one objective and one consulting fee at a time. You may cancel our services at any time without penalties. Each module focuses on one of the Licensed to Accredited Milestones, aligns with 2026 standards, and includes ten (10) live Zoom training sessions.
Applying for Federal Financial Aid
We are readily available to assist you through the entire accreditation process and support you at every stage of your school’s journey.
- Accreditation - Initial & Renewals
- State License Applications
- Compliance & Best Practices
- SEVP Certification - International Student
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Once institutional accreditation is achieved, schools may begin the Federal Financial Aid application process. Historically, Title IV funding has been limited to programs with 600+ clock hours duration. Regulatory revisions are expected to expand eligibility to shorter programs beginning July 1, 2026.
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Let us help you with your school accreditation process - moving from licensed to accredited in 4 milestones.
The Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) is a nationally recognized accrediting agency for institutions and programs focused on healthcare education. ABHES offers both institutional and programmatic accreditation.
ABHES ELIGIBILITY HIGHLIGHTS
Basic eligibility requirements for initial accreditation:
- Private sector licensed institution.
- Principal activity is education.
- Focus on healthcare education.
- Programs lead to employment.
- Located in the United States.
- Legally authorized to operate.
- Has graduate students.
- Continuous operation for two years.
- Meets financial stability requirements.
- Programs have active students for visits.
For the complete list of eligibility requirements, download our free ABHES Eligibility Self-Assessment to evaluate your institution’s current status and identify the steps needed to prepare for the initial application.
ABHES ACCREDITATION PROCESS
The initial ABHES accreditation process takes approximately 24 months and includes attending a workshop, submitting an application, a self-evaluation report, and hosting ABHES preliminary and full visits.
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Visit our ABHES Accreditation Resources page for a dive into the ABHES initial applicant world, access free reference guides, and resources.
Colleges and universities apply for both institutional and programmatic accreditation to comply with state requirements and provide the best services to their students.
INSTITUTIONAL ACCREDITATION
The first step in the accreditation journey is applying for institutional accreditation, which covers all programs offered by your institution and allows the school to apply for federal financial aid.
We offer institutional accreditation consulting services for colleges and universities with ACCSC (Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges), ABHES (Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools), and TRACS (Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools).
PROGRAMMATIC ACCREDITATION
Institutions typically pursue programmatic accreditation to meet licensing, certification, or professional practice requirements tied to specific careers. Unlike institutional accreditation, which evaluates the entire institution, programmatic accreditation focuses on a particular academic program.
Programmatic accreditation does NOT qualify an institution to apply for Title IV federal financial aid for its students. Programs that require programmatic accreditation include nursing, engineering, and law. Examples include: ACEN, CCNE, CAAHEP, JRCERT, and LCME.
PROGRAM OUTCOMES
As part of the accreditation process, nursing schools demonstrate that students successfully complete their programs and obtain employment in the field. While the benchmark may vary slightly by accrediting agency and program length, the average minimum requirements are:
40% to 70% graduation rate
70% licensure rate
70% placement rate
International Students Visas F1 & M1
Choosing the Accrediting Agency
Visit our Accreditation Terms & Concepts page for a review of the terms you will encounter as you learn about accreditation. Familiarity with these concepts will help you select the accrediting agency that best supports your school’s goals.
Licensed to Accredited in 4 Milestones
TRACS Accreditation Basics
The Starting Point
The Accrediting Commission for Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) is a national institutional accrediting agency serving more than 150,000 students annually across a wide range of occupational programs.
ACCSC ELIGIBILITY HIGHLIGHTS
Basic eligibility requirements for initial accreditation:
- Private postsecondary school.
- Programs with occupational-technical focus.
- Continuous operation for the last two years.
- Has graduates from the longest program.
- At least one program with 300+ hours duration.
- Meets financial stability requirements.
- Active students for all programs.
- Compliance with state & federal regulations.
Download our free ACCSC Eligibility Self-Assessment to evaluate your current status and identify the steps needed to prepare for the initial application.
ACCSC ACCREDITATION PROCESS
The ACCSC accreditation process takes approximately 24 months and includes attending a workshop, submitting applications part I and II, submitting a self-evaluation report (SER), attending an orientation, and hosting an ACCSC on-site visit.
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Visit our ACCSC Accreditation Resources page for a dive into the ACCSC initial applicant world, access free resources, and guides.
ACCSC Accreditation Basics
Licensed schools complete the SEVP certification process to enroll international students with M1 and F1 visas for on-campus hybrid programs. Institutional accreditation is typically one of the eligibility requirements, except in certain scenarios where programs lead to a state-issued license.
Need assistance? We are glad to help! We serve institutions nationwide. Request a free consultation by calling 786-618-2277, completing the free session request form, or emailing [email protected]. We are available to provide your college or university with accreditation consulting services to help you achieve this important milestone.
Institutional accreditation is generally one of the eligibility requirements for schools to become VA training providers. Once approved, students may use their veteran benefits to pay for their program of study at your school.
The Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools (TRACS) is a national institutional accrediting agency for Christian faith-based postsecondary institutions with a Christian theological framework, mission, and doctrinal foundation, with an integration of a biblical worldview into their programs.
TRACS ELIGIBILITY HIGHLIGHTS
Basic eligibility requirements for initial accreditation:
- Christian faith-based institution.
- Published faith-based statement.
- Faith-Based related mission and name.
- Clearly defined objectives.
- Legally authorized to operate.
- Board appoints and evaluates the CEO.
- Full-time CAO.
- Board-approved catalog and manuals.
- Continuous operation for three years.
- Meets financial stability requirements.
- Educational programs meet standards.
- Conducts an annual institutional assessment.
- Board-approved strategic plan.
- Appropriate library and learning resources.
- Meets federal requirements.
For the complete list of eligibility requirements, download our free TRACS Eligibility Self-Assessment to evaluate your institution’s current status and identify the steps needed to prepare for the initial application.
TRACS ACCREDITATION PROCESS
Initial applicants go through a three-milestone process:
- Achieving Candidate Status
- Achieving Candidate Status
- Achieving Accreditation Status
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Visit our TRACS Accreditation Resources page for a dive into the TRACS initial applicant world, access free reference guides, and resources.