The Higher Learning Commission
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Colleges and universities demonstrate quality by earning accreditation through our streamlined and efficient accreditation processes.
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As a thought leader in higher education, HLC understands and actively promotes sound leadership as critical for its institutions in achieving success.
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Years of Experience
As a leading accreditor, HLC has been working closely for decades with colleges and universities around the country in order to achieve the shared goal of quality higher education for all.
Member Colleges & Universities
Our members represent the diversity of higher education: public universities, community colleges and private institutions, teaching on rural, urban and online campuses, serving students throughout the world.
Peer Reviewers
HLC’s accreditation reviews are primarily conducted by
dedicated, volunteer peer reviewers
who are trained to evaluate how institutions apply our requirements on campus and to provide consultation to help members continuously improve.
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Introducing HLC’s News Brief
Leaflet Archive
Jul 10, 2025
A new way to stay connected with HLC: The Leaflet is taking on an updated format.
Teach-Out, Pathway and Risk Indicator Policy Changes Adopted
Leaflet Archive
Mar 8, 2025
HLC’s Board of Trustees also preliminarily approved proposed changes related to Administrative Probation and seeking accreditation at its February meeting.
Be In the Know: Update Following First Session of Negotiated Rulemaking on Accreditation
News
Apr 21, 2026
Update: New Draft Regulations for Negotiated Rulemaking on Accreditation
Discover Our Learning Center
See What’s New
Be In the Know: Update Following First Session of Negotiated Rulemaking on Accreditation
News
Update: New Draft Regulations for Negotiated Rulemaking on Accreditation
Highlights From Higher Learning 2026
News
A recap of HLC’s 2026 annual conference and available resources.
Collaborating on Quality: Preparation for the Comprehensive Evaluation
Workshop
Training
Institutions
June 9 & June 16
Institutions 18 to 24 months away from a comprehensive evaluation are invited to this workshop that will help you make a plan for the best use of your preparation time.
Discover Our Learning Center
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Thank You for Attending
Higher Learning 2026.
Explore Resources
Find Institutions
How We Help You Thrive
Quality Assurance
Colleges and universities demonstrate quality by earning accreditation through our streamlined and efficient accreditation processes.
Accreditation
Continuous Improvement
We help you achieve your improvement goals with learning opportunities to refine or even revolutionize areas of your institution.
Learning Center
Leadership
As a thought leader in higher education, HLC understands and actively promotes sound leadership as critical for its institutions in achieving success.
Get Involved
Who We Are
Years of Experience
As a leading accreditor, HLC has been working closely for decades with colleges and universities around the country in order to achieve the shared goal of quality higher education for all.
Member Colleges & Universities
Our members represent the diversity of higher education: public universities, community colleges and private institutions, teaching on rural, urban and online campuses, serving students throughout the world.
Peer Reviewers
HLC’s accreditation reviews are primarily conducted by
dedicated, volunteer peer reviewers
who are trained to evaluate how institutions apply our requirements on campus and to provide consultation to help members continuously improve.
Learn More About Us
See What’s New
Introducing HLC’s News Brief
Leaflet Archive
Jul 10, 2025
A new way to stay connected with HLC: The Leaflet is taking on an updated format.
Teach-Out, Pathway and Risk Indicator Policy Changes Adopted
Leaflet Archive
Mar 8, 2025
HLC’s Board of Trustees also preliminarily approved proposed changes related to Administrative Probation and seeking accreditation at its February meeting.
Be In the Know: Update Following First Session of Negotiated Rulemaking on Accreditation
News
Apr 21, 2026
Update: New Draft Regulations for Negotiated Rulemaking on Accreditation
Discover Our Learning Center
See What’s New
Be In the Know: Update Following First Session of Negotiated Rulemaking on Accreditation
News
Update: New Draft Regulations for Negotiated Rulemaking on Accreditation
Highlights From Higher Learning 2026
News
A recap of HLC’s 2026 annual conference and available resources.
Collaborating on Quality: Preparation for the Comprehensive Evaluation
Workshop
Training
Institutions
June 9 & June 16
Institutions 18 to 24 months away from a comprehensive evaluation are invited to this workshop that will help you make a plan for the best use of your preparation time.
Discover Our Learning Center