Accreditation

Institutional Accreditation

William Peace University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate degrees. William Peace University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of William Peace University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).

 

Programmatic Accreditation

The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at William Peace University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).

 

Substantive Change Policy

WPU is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) and complies with the Substantive Change for SACSCOC Accredited Institutions Policy Statement, ensuring all substantive change processes are reported in a timely and accurate manner. SACSCOC identifies a Substantive change as a significant modification or expansion in the nature and scope of an accredited institution. WPU ensures compliance by reporting and when applicable obtaining necessary approval for all substantive changes as required by SACSCOC. The Substantive Change Policy and Procedure can be found here.