What is ACOAA?

American Council of Academic Accreditation (ACOAA) is a leading organization ensuring educational excellence through accreditation. Based in the United States, we extend our accreditation influence worldwide, covering an extensive range of business, accounting, and affiliated programs from associate to doctoral levels, promoting global educational excellence.

Our History

ACOAA, the Universal Service for College and Higher Education Accreditation, has etched an exceptional history in the realm of accreditation services. Established in the United States, this visionary organization has been at the forefront of shaping the educational landscape. With a relentless commitment to quality assurance, personalized expert guidance, and a forward-thinking approach, ACOAA has become synonymous with excellence. Their journey represents a legacy of elevating educational standards and fostering innovation, ensuring that institutions thrive in an ever-evolving educational world.

  • We've influenced worldwide education standards.

  • We evolve to meet dynamic global education demands.

  • Fostering collaboration for educational advancements.

Our Vision

We envision a future where every institution, guided by our accreditation, actively contributes to a world of exceptional learning and innovation, fostering boundless possibilities for generations to come, igniting a global educational renaissance.

Our Mission

ACOAA's mission is to empower educational institutions worldwide with quality accreditation, fostering excellence, and gaining global recognition for their commitment to nurturing future leaders and innovators, thus shaping a brighter, interconnected world.

Our Commitment

ACOAA is unwaveringly committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and quality, ensuring excellence in all our accreditation services, fostering trust and credibility within the educational community, and promoting ethical educational practices.

Our Milestones

Our transformative journey is marked by numerous significant milestones that vividly reflect our enduring contributions to the ever-evolving educational landscape, steering progress towards a brighter and more inclusive educational future, where opportunities abound for all.

Our Renowned Members

Championing Academic Quality

At the heart of our mission lies an unwavering dedication to advancing academic quality. We steadfastly uphold a core focus on not only nurturing but also igniting the flame of student achievement, fostering an environment where every learner can reach their full potential and thrive academically.

Providing Evidence of Diligence

We offer robust evidence of administering and rigorously enforcing standards, policies, and procedures, fully aligned with the high expectations for academic quality and the exceptional results associated with institutional or program performance.

Transparent Accountability

We embrace a profound sense of public accountability, placing transparency at the forefront. This encompasses the performance expectations not only of accrediting organizations but also of accredited institutions or programs, as well as accrediting organizations.

Fostering Operational Sustainability

We are dedicated to the perpetual vitality of our accreditation structure and organization. As a recognized accrediting entity, we provide compelling evidence of our unwavering commitment to enforcing standards and best practices.