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RESOURCES

Helpful Resources

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

The U.S. Department of Education features information on programs and services, publications and products, grants and secretary's initiatives, plus guides for teachers and a host of links to other education sites.

FEDERAL STUDENT

AID OFFICE

The Federal Student Aid office of the Department of Education offers free information, guidance and tools for federal student assistance.

COUNCIL FOR HIGHER EDUCATION ACCREDITATION

The Council for Higher Education Accreditation is a private, nonprofit national organization that coordinates accreditation activity in the United States.

AMERICAN COUNCIL ON EDUCATION

American Council on Education is the national umbrella association for higher education. Current information on higher education policy, legislation, and national developments.

OCCUPATIONAL OUTLOOK HANDBOOK

The U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics publishes the Occupational Outlook Handbook that details information on various careers and their earning potential.

Frequently Asked Questions

WHAT IS ACCREDITATION?

Accreditation is a status granted to an institution that meets or exceeds the stated criteria of an accreditor recognized by the Department of Education (USDE). The purposes of accreditation are to assess and enhance the educational quality of an institution, to assure consistency in institutional operations, to promote institutional improvement, and to provide for public accountability.

HOW CAN I TELL IF A SCHOOL

IS ACCREDITED?

A list of ACICS-accredited institutions may be found by clicking here. If the institution is not accredited by ACICS, visit the U.S. Department of Education's Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs to find out if it is accredited by another agency.

MAY I RECEIVE A COPY OF MY TRANSCRIPTS?

ACICS does not hold any student records. Please contact your school directly.  If a school is closed, you will need to contact the higher education agency of in the state where the operated for assistance. If you are unable to find the state information, please contact ACICS at (202) 336-6780. 

WHAT DO I DO IF I HAVE A COMPLAINT ABOUT A SCHOOL?

ACICS has established criteria for reviewing and resolving complaints. Complaints will be accepted by the Council from individuals or groups, including students, staff, faculty, members of the general public, governmental agencies, and other institutions or organizations. The Council reviews complaints and acknowledges its responsibility to provide both the complainant and the institution with a reasonable and impartial review. Read More...

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