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The Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) is thrilled to announce the launch of its State of the Commission Data web page, providing data across many aspects of the institutional membership as well as new institutions. The data featured serves as an...

The Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) would like to bring to your attention several regulatory updates, critical public comment timelines, and opportunities for advocacy. Negotiated Rulemaking The Budget Reconciliation Act, which President Trump signed into law on July 4, 2025, bears...

On August 7, 2025, Heather F. Perfetti, the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) President and Council of Regional Accrediting Commissions (C-RAC) Chair, and Tracey Schneider, Senior Vice President for Legal Affairs and General Counsel, gave remarks during the United States Department...

The United States Department of Education (USDE) requests nominations for individuals to serve on two negotiated rulemaking committees and announced a virtual public hearing will be held on August 7, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Individuals who would like to speak...

On July 14, 2025, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) decided in McMahon v. New York that the Trump administration may proceed with laying off nearly half of workers in the United States Department of Education (USDE). The decision blocked a...

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...

The Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) is issuing this statement due to significant media inquiries about the recent action for Columbia University. On June 26, 2025, Columbia University was placed on non-compliance warning. The institution’s monitoring report is due November 3,...

The Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) congratulates Elyon College for its grant of Accreditation Status through the Commission’s new Addition or Change of Primary Accreditor to MSCHE Procedures, which provides opportunities for institutions in good standing with other USDE-recognized accreditors to...

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...