 There
are several regional organizations recognized by the U.S. Department of
Education that accredit postsecondary institutions within the United
States. It is extremely important that you attend an accredited
institution. In addition, we recommend that you consider selecting programs that
are accredited. We also recommend that prior
to enrolling in any program you double check the program's accreditation
status with the school and accrediting body, as accreditation is
occasionally withdrawn or modified.
 University
Accreditation
The following regional organizations are recognized by the U.S. Department
of Education to accredit postsecondary institutions within the United
States:
Engineering,
Computing, and Engineering Technology Accreditation
In the United States,
engineering,
computing, and
engineering technology programs are accredited by
ABET, Inc. If you choose to attend a program that is not ABET accredited, you should be sure that the university is
regionally accredited.
Accreditation
of Medical Programs
 The
Liaison Committee
on Medical Education is the nationally recognized accrediting authority
for medical education programs leading to the M.D. degree in U.S. medical schools. The LCME is sponsored by the Association of
American Medical Colleges and the American Medical Association.
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Accreditation
of Nursing Programs
In the United States,
there are two nursing organizations that accredit schools of nursing:
the
National
League for Nursing Accreditation Commission
(ASN, BSN, MSN) and the Commission
on Collegiate Nursing Education
(BSN, MSN). Schools may choose which organization will accredit them and
can have accreditations from both organizations. View
programs...
Accreditation
of Dental Programs
The
American Dental
Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation is the nationally
recognized accrediting authority for
dental education accreditation.
Below is a listing of all accredited dental education programs in the
United States. Graduates receive either a DDS or DMD degree. View
programs...
 Accreditation
of Veterinary Programs
Accreditation represents
the highest standard of achievement for veterinary medical education in
the United States. Institutions that earn accreditation confirm their
commitment to quality and continuous improvement through a rigorous and
comprehensive peer review. There are 28 colleges
in 26 States that meet accreditation standards set by the
Council on
Education of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). View
programs...
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