Download/view the Commission's Policy Book:

HLC Policy Book 06-2009.pdf

Summary of Policies Related to the Higher Education Opportunity Act:

The Board or Trustees approved on first reading a series of proposed new and amended policies related to:

1. Commission Ownership and Management of Information; and
2. Compliance with revised federal rules for recognition of accrediting agencies. (Oct 09 proposed policies pdf)
3. Change of Control, Structure or Organization; and
4. Candidacy. (Dec 09 proposed policies pdf)

The policies will be voted on at the Board meeting on February 23, 2010. 

HEOA-Related Policies 02-2009.pdf

Policy Updates - June 2009
Policy changes related to change of ownership, separately accreditable components, and transfer of accreditation across regions.

• Policy Changes, June 2009 - Policy Changes-0609-FINAL-5.pdf (196K)
• Procedures for Change of Control, Structure or Organization - Procedures.pdf (137K)

HLC Appeals Procedure:

HLC Appeals Procedure.pdf

Federal Compliance Guide:

Federal Compliance Guide for 2009 2010

Please also see:

Information For Institutions Regarding Approval Of Off-Campus Instruction

Information For Institutions Regarding Approval Of Certificate Programs

Comments on the new policies may be sent using this online contact form.