HLC

What Is HLC and Why Is It Important

What is the Higher Learning Commission (HLC)?

• The Higher Learning Commission (HLC) is a regional accreditation agency that accredits degree-granting colleges and universities in a 19-state region of the United States. Regional accreditation agencies are recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

What does accreditation mean?

• HLC accreditation assures quality by verifying that an institution meets standards and is engaged in continuous improvement. HLC’s institutional accreditation includes all degree levels as well as on-site and online offerings.

Why is accreditation important?

• In addition to providing assurance that a university is fulfilling its mission and providing quality education, HLC accreditation is necessary for the institution to receive federal funding, including student financial aid.

How does accreditation help Chicago State University?

• The HLC accreditation process allows the university to identify areas where it is doing well, and  tell its success stories and progress. The process also helps identify areas that need attention, including establishing specific goals and steps to achieve improvement.

What is CSU’s accreditation history?

• Chicago State University has been accredited by the Higher Learning Commission continuously since 1941. Chicago State University received reaffirmation of accreditation in 2013 and we had a successful Interim Assurance Visit in 2017.

 

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