Choose a college or university that is accredited by a government-recognized agency.
In the United States, colleges and universities are not formally monitored by the government. As a result, there are multiple private accreditation agencies that assess the quality of education, goals, objectives and mission of the school, requirements for admission and faculty credentials in higher education institutions. Not all accreditation agencies are government-recognized, and some even give fraudulent information. It is important to investigate the source of a college or university's accreditation claim to make sure it is valid. The U.S. secretary of education has evaluated accreditation agencies to determine which ones meet the criteria for government recognition.
Instructions
1. Enter the name, address and city of your college or university of choice to search the database of government-recognized accredited institutions listed in the References. Search for schools accredited by a particular agency by clicking on the "search by accrediting agency" tab on the same website.
2. Contact the college or university registrar's office to inquire about the school's accreditation. Or check the school's website.
3. Visit the U.S. Department of Education website, listed in the References. Search for the school's accreditation agency to see if it is recognized by the government.
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