Policy and Procedures

The Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) has made public the accreditation actions from its November 19-20, 2025, meeting. To view all actions taken and search by state or country, visit the MSCHE Recent Commission Actions page. For additional information about specific…

The Middle States Commission on Higher Education continued the show cause status for Metropolitan College of New York following their appearance at the November 2025 Commission meeting. The institution is required to submit a show cause report by February 27, 2026, as to…

On November 12, 2025, the United States Department of Education issued a notice inviting applications for grants through the Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE). The funds cover four areas: $50 million toward Advancing the Understanding and Use of AI in…

The Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) is launching a review of its Standards for Accreditation and Requirements of Affiliation and Evidence Expectations by Standard. The Commission is dedicated to ensuring that our standards continue to drive innovation and best support our…

A new document from the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) Policy Guidance Document Series is now available. As our institutions continue to drive innovation in their credit transfer and learning recognition policies and processes, the Commission presents this guidance document to…

The Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) is leading the way in setting the standard for accelerated degree programs. New policy guidance documents are available from the Commission to offer guidance as our institutions innovate to present students with greater flexibility and…

The Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) continues to encourage innovation in higher education. The Commission has approved new Use of Artificial Intelligence Policy and Procedures that reflect this commitment and incorporate emerging research and best practices in this area: Use of…

The Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) announces changes to several policies and procedures, including: Accreditation Review Cycle and Monitoring Policy and Procedures Dues and Fees Procedures FY2025-26 Out of Cycle Monitoring Procedures Substantive Change Procedures Substantive Change Guidelines Teach-Out Plans and…

On June 26, 2025, the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) took action to require two institutions to show cause as to why its accreditation should not be withdrawn.  Centro de Estudios Avanzados de Puerto Rico y El Caribe must show cause…

The Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) has made public the accreditation actions from its June 25-26, 2025, meeting. To view all actions taken and search by state or country, visit the MSCHE Recent Commission Actions page. For additional information about specific…