Anna Maria College Accreditations and Rankings

What Does Accreditation Mean?

Accreditation of an institution of higher education by the New England Commission of Higher Education indicates indicates that it meets or exceeds criteria for the assessment of institutional quality periodically applied through a peer review process. An accredited college or university is one which has available the necessary resources to achieve its stated purposes through appropriate educational programs, is substantially doing so, and gives reasonable evidence that it will continue to do so in the foreseeable future. Institutional integrity is also addressed through accreditation.

Accreditation by the New England Commission of Higher Education is not partial but applies to the institution as a whole. As such, it is not a guarantee of every course or program offered, or the competence of individual graduates. Rather, it provides reasonable assurance about the quality of opportunities available to students who attend the institution.

Why is Accreditation Important?

Accreditation can help you determine if an institution meets or exceeds minimum standards of quality, which is especially important if you are considering earning your degree online. With the increasing number of colleges offering online degree programs, accreditation gives you assurance and confidence in the quality of education you will receive. Earning your degree from an accredited institution such as Anna Maria College also means that your credentials will be recognized by employers following graduation. Having a degree from an accredited college or university also means that credits earned are transferable to other accredited programs or institutions.

Inquiries regarding Anna Maria College’s accreditation status by the New England Commission of Higher Education should be directed to the administrative staff of the institution.

Anna Maria College is not regulated in Texas under Chapter 132 of the Texas Education Code.