Accreditation

Accreditations, Authorizations, and Memberships

Capital University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission whom ensures institutions have standards and processes that focus on student learning, education for a diverse and global audience, and well-being for the entire campus community, among other aspects. In addition, several disciplinary programs at Capital University maintain specialized accreditation. More information can be found about the specialized accreditors within the program's specific handbook. At this time, all programs are in good standing with the respective accreditors.   

• The Higher Learning Commission; 1921 to present (accredited)
• Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs; 1999 to present (accredited)
• American Bar Association; 1954 to present (member)
• American Chemical Society; 1966 to present (approved)
• Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education; 1998 to present (accredited)
• Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools; 1940 to present (accredited)
• Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs; 2023 to present (accredited)
• Council for Accreditation of Educator Preparation; 1966 to present (accredited)
• Council on Social Work Education; 1974 to present (accredited)
• National Association of Schools of Music; 1932 to present (accredited)

University programs are also recognized by the following organizations:

• American Association of Colleges of Nursing (member)
• American College Health Association (member)
• Association of American Law Schools (member since 1983)
• League of Ohio Law Schools (charter member)
• National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA member)
• Ohio Board of Nursing (approved)
• Ohio Department of Higher Education; 1969 to present (authorized)
• State Board of Education of Ohio