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Higher Learning Commission (HLC) Accreditation

Illinois State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and has begun the process of seeking reaccreditation in 2025.

Accreditation with HLC, one of six accreditors in the U.S., is a voluntary process that provides assurances to the public, in particular to prospective students, that an institution meets clearly stated requirements and criteria and is engaged in continuous improvement.

Pathways for Reaffirmation of Accreditation

Illinois State University is committed to the highest quality education and considers the reaffirmation process an important opportunity for critical self-analysis leading to improvement of its programs and services. Illinois State is participating in HLC’s Open Pathways process for accreditation, which follows a 10-year cycle and is focused on quality assurance and institutional improvement.

The Accreditation Steering Committee and work team members representing all University areas have begun the process of compiling supporting documents that reflect the University’s outstanding work in the areas of institutional mission, ethical and responsible conduct, teaching and learning practices, institutional resources and planning, and compliance issues.

A final report will be submitted to the Higher Learning Commission prior to an accreditation site visit by HLC reviewers in October 2024. A final accreditation report by HLC will be delivered in 2025.

Accreditations and Affiliations

  • This website provides information to the campus community and general public regarding the ongoing status of this critical initiative.

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