Committed to Quality Education

When you’re exploring universities and online degree programs, accreditation is one of the most important things to look for. While it’s not mandatory for institutions to be accredited, it’s a strong signal that a school meets high standards for academic quality and integrity. Accreditation can also make a real difference when it comes to transferring credits, qualifying for financial aid, and even landing a job—many employers prefer or require degrees from accredited institutions. 

At University of Massachusetts Global, we’re proud to hold both regional and program-specific accreditations. You can explore the full list of our current accreditations below.

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Regional Accreditation

WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)

University of Massachusetts Global is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC). The WASC Senior College and University Commission is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as certifying institutional eligibility for federal funding in a number of programs, including student access to federal financial aid. All programs offered by University of Massachusetts Global are encompassed by this regional accreditation.

Professional Accreditations

California Commission on Teaching Credentialing

University of Massachusetts Global's School of Education is accredited by the California Commission on Teaching Credentialing (CTC). Learn More

Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)

The Baccalaureate of Science in Nursing (BSN) and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree programs at University of Massachusetts Global are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (https://www.ccneaccreditation.org).

AAQEP - Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation

The University of Massachusetts Global is a member in good standing of the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP), a national accrediting organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. The programs listed below have been awarded initial accreditation status with AAQEP through June 30, 2030. Accreditation acknowledges that a program prepares effective educators who continue to grow as professionals and has demonstrated the commitment and capacity to maintain quality.

Initial Teacher Preparation: Programs that prepare individuals for their first professional teaching credential
Advanced Educator Preparation: Programs that prepare already-licensed educators to qualify for additional credentials or that add to their professional capabilities
P-12 Leader Preparation: Programs preparing individuals for credentials as building principals, district superintendents, and other educational leaders or administrators
Specialized Professional Personnel Preparation: Programs that prepare personnel for roles for which a teaching credential may not be a prerequisite or that lead to no specific credential

Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)

University of Massachusetts Global's Bachelor of Arts of Social Work and Master in Social Work are accredited by the Council on Social Work Education’s (CSWE) Board of Accreditation (BOA).

Accreditation of a baccalaureate or master’s social work program by the BOA indicates that it meets or exceeds standards of program quality evaluated through a peer review accreditation process. An accredited program has sufficient resources to meet its mission and goals and the BOA has verified that it demonstrates compliance with all sections of the Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (EPAS).

Accreditation applies to all program options, which includes locations and delivery methods.

Accreditation provides reasonable assurance about the quality of the program and the competence of students graduating from the program.

Review our program’s accreditation status in CSWE’s Directory of Accredited Programs. For more information about social work accreditation, contact CSWE’s Department of Social Work Accreditation.