Institutional accrediting organizations accredit institutions that offer a variety of programs awarding associate, bachelors, masters and professional doctoral degrees. These organizations typically accredit whole institutions rather than individual programs or schools.
| Accrediting Organization | Recognized Scope of Accreditation |
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| Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC)
CHEA-recognized
USDE-recognized
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CHEA-recognized Scope Statement:
The accreditation of higher learning institutions in the United States and international locations that offer programs of study that are delivered primarily by distance (51 percent or more) and award credentials at the associate, baccalaureate, master’s, first professional and professional doctoral degree level. (2010)
USDE-recognized Scope Statement:
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