Institution secures fifth renewal of accreditation award
California Miramar University, a leading institution in distance education, has recently secured its fifth renewal of accreditation from the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC). This accreditation, which is a significant marker of educational legitimacy and quality assurance, will enable the university to offer exciting new programs and innovative ways to advance its learning community.
Accreditation is a voluntary process of quality assurance and school improvement that every college undertakes every five, seven, or ten years. In the United States, it is a vital aspect of higher education, particularly for distance education programs. Accreditation by DEAC, a private, non-profit organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation, offers a special benefit to institutions like California Miramar University, as it is the only accreditor with specialized knowledge of distance education.
The accreditation process challenges an institution to engage in self-evaluation and to listen to feedback from external educators. Educational programs are evaluated by educators from other institutions to ensure faculty are appropriately qualified and course outcomes are rigorous and relevant. The college submits documentation on every aspect of its operations for accreditation.
For students, accreditation is a vital marker of educational legitimacy and quality assurance. It underpins access to financial aid, facilitates credit transfer and degree recognition, and signals that their education—whether delivered on-campus or through distance learning—meets rigorous academic and professional standards.
In the case of California Miramar University, accreditation by DEAC is a requirement for any college wishing to participate in Federal Student Aid programs and military student education benefits. This means that students can access financial resources, making education more affordable and accessible.
Moreover, accreditation affects the transferability of credits between institutions and the acceptance of degrees by employers, licensing boards, and graduate schools. While transfer decisions vary by receiving institution, accredited coursework is generally more respected and considered equivalent in terms of educational quality.
New accreditation models, such as the Commission for Public Higher Education, emphasize student outcomes, transparency, efficiency, and the alignment of programs with workforce needs. This reflects a growing focus on ensuring that accredited institutions prepare students effectively for their careers, including in the context of public higher education and online learning.
California Miramar University's online design and digital media education has been its entire focus for more than twenty-five years. The institution's accreditation and approvals can be found on its website. For more information about accreditation in the United States, visit chea.org or ed.gov. For more information about DEAC, visit deac.org.
The online design and digital media education at California Miramar University, renowned for its focus in this field for over two decades, can now expand and innovate further with the recent fifth renewal of accreditation from the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC). This accreditation, essential for distance education programs, signals a commitment to education-and-self-development, offering students access to general-news and industry-relevant courses, thereby preparing them for their careers.
