accreditation
WSCUC reaffirms accreditation
In the letter, WSCUC reaffirms Reach accreditation through 2030 and commends the University's collaborative team and the potential of the Apprenticeship Degree.
Accreditation
Reach University is institutionally accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC), one of the seven associations that accredit public and private colleges and schools in the United States. Alternatives in Action is accredited by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. Alternatives in Action provides the Teacher Credentialing programs for Reach candidates in California.
WSCUC Accreditation
WASC Senior College and University Commission
WSCUC is located at:
1080 Marina Village Parkway, Suite 500
Alameda, CA, 94501
510-748-9001
Reach University's listing on the WSCUC website
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Licensing and State Authorization
States have varying rules, requirements, and regulations that govern online (distance) education offered by non-profit postsecondary institutions. Specifically, when institutions are providing education to out-of-state students, higher education institutions that offer distance education to state residents must either register, obtain licensure or certification approval, a letter of exemption, or other certification from the relevant state agencies. For some states where the institution lacks a physical presence, which may be defined differently by state, the educational institution is not required to obtain authorization. Many of these regulations also apply to field experiences (e.g., internships, practicums, clinicals, etc.) in the state.
Because Reach University is not licensed in all states, Reach may not be able to offer programs to candidates in all states at all times. If a candidate relocates while enrolled, they shall contact Reach University promptly to determine what the impact may be. Reach University may not be able to offer the same program to a candidate who relocates.
Reach University is registered, licensed, authorized, has a letter of exemption from, or does not have a physical presence for the purposes of licensing or authorization in the states listed below. Information about licensing or exemption in each state can be found by contacting the relevant governmental agency listed below.
Alabama Commission on Higher Education (ACHE)
100 North Union Street
Montgomery, AL 36104
(334) 242-1998
ache.edu
Alabama Community College System (ACCS)
P.O. Box 302130
Montgomery, AL 36130
(334) 293-4500
www.accs.edu
Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board
423 Main Street, Suite 400
Little Rock, Arkansas 72201
(501) 371-2000
www.adhe.edu
Disclosure:
Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board certification does not constitute an endorsement of any institution or degree program. Such certification merely indicates that certain criteria have been met under the rules and regulations of institutional and program certification as defined in Arkansas Coe §6-61-301. The student should be aware that these degree programs may not transfer. The transfer of course/degree credit is determined by the receiving institution.
Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE)
P.O. Box 980818
West Sacramento, CA 95798-0818
(916) 574-8900
www.bppe.ca.gov
California Commission on Teacher Credentialing
1900 Capitol Avenue
Sacramento, CA 95811-4213
https://www.ctc.ca.gov/
Disclosure:
In affiliation with Reach University, Alternatives in Action is accredited by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. Program listings: www.ctc.ca.gov/commission/reports/data/approved-institutions-and-programs
Reach University is applying for initial institutional approval with the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. As part of this process, Reach invites third-party comments on its prior experience and effectiveness in educator preparation to the Commission. Emails may be sent to input@ctc.ca.gov.
1600 Broadway, Suite 2200
Denver, CO 80202
(303) 862-3001
https://cdhe.colorado.gov/
Georgia Nonpublic Postsecondary Education Commission (GNPEC)
2082 East Exchange Place
Tucker, GA 30084 US
(770) 414-3300
https://gnpec.georgia.gov/
Disclosure:
Candidates have the right to appeal a final institutional decision to GNPEC at the contact information above.
Louisiana Board of Regents
1201 N 3rd Street, Suite 6-200
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 342-4253
https://www.laregents.edu/
Disclosure:
Licenses are renewed by the State Board of Regents every two years. Licensed institutions have met minimal operational standards set forth by the state, but licensure does not constitute accreditation, guarantee the transferability of credit, nor signify that programs are certifiable by any professional agency or organization.
Commission on College Accreditation (MCCA)
3825 Ridgewood Road
Jackson, MS 39211
(601) 432-6198
http://www.mississippi.edu/mcca/
312 Rosa Parks Ave, 9th Floor
Nashville, TN 37243
(615) 741-3605
https://www.tn.gov/thec
Disclosure: The student should be aware that these degree programs may not transfer. The transfer of course/degree credit is determined by the receiving institution.
P.O. Box 12788
Austin, TX 78711
(512) 427-6101
https://www.highered.texas.gov/
P.O. Box 43430
Olympia, WA 98504-3430
degreeauthorization@wsac.wa.gov wsac.wa.gov
Disclosures:
1. "Reach University is authorized by the Washington Student Achievement Council and meets the requirements and minimum educational standards established for degree-granting institutions under the Degree-Granting Institutions Act. This authorization is subject to periodic review and authorizes Reach University to offer specific degree programs. The Council may be contacted for a list of currently authorized programs. Authorization by the Council does not carry with it an endorsement by the Council of the institution or its programs. Any person desiring information about the requirements of the act or the applicability of those requirements to the institution may contact the Council at P.O. Box 43430, Olympia, WA 98504-3430 or by email at degreeauthorization@wsac.wa.gov.”
2. "The transferability of credits earned at Reach University is at the discretion of the receiving college, university, or other educational institution. Students considering transferring to any institution should not assume that credits earned in any program of study at Reach University will be accepted by the receiving institution. Similarly, the ability of a degree, certificate, diploma, or other academic credential earned at Reach University to satisfy an admission requirement of another institution is at the discretion of the receiving institution. Accreditation does not guarantee credentials or credits earned at Reach University will be accepted by or transferred to another institution. To minimize the risk of having to repeat coursework, students should contact the receiving institution in advance for evaluation and determination of transferability of credits and/or acceptability of degrees, diplomas, or certificates earned."
3. "The Washington Student Achievement Council (WSAC) has authority to investigate student complaints against specific schools. WSAC may not be able to investigate every student complaint. Visit https://www.wsac.wa.gov/student-complaints for information regarding the WSAC complaint process."
4. We do not offer student loans as part of our mission for students to earn a degree with no student loan debt. However, WSAC requires that we make the following disclosure: "For Washington State residents seeking information and resources about student loan repayment or seeking to submit a complaint relating to your student loans or student loan servicer, please visit www.wsac.wa.gov/loan-advocacy or contact the Student Loan Advocate at loanadvocate@wsac.wa.gov.