The US Board of Education (USBOE) is a non-profit organization initiated by visionary college and university presidents in response to the directives of the U.S. Department of Education and the U.S. Congress. Established to "recognize" institutional and programmatic accrediting organizations in the United States, USBOE sets stringent standards for academic quality, institutional enhancement, and the promotion of student success.
USBOE's foundation rests on the principles championed by these forward-thinking presidents who advocated for universities to be the primary arbiters of academic excellence. Central to USBOE's advocacy and recognition is the emphasis on institutional and program "self-study" processes, coupled with a commitment to the philosophy of continuous academic improvement. For over 25 years, USBOE has been the forefront advocate for institutions navigating the accreditation landscape.
In the face of an increasingly assertive federal government, seeking to impose regulations tied to federal funding, USBOE remains steadfast in its commitment to serve public, private, two- and four-year degree-granting institutions. Member institutions benefit from an array of USBOE services, including:
The US Board of Education (USBOE), a non-profit higher education organization based in the United States, wants to clarify that any websites with similar names or web addresses are not affiliated with USBOE. Unauthorized use of the USBOE logo or name is strictly prohibited.
USBOE emphasizes that it does not solicit payment from individuals for accreditation-related information. The USBOE Database of Accredited Institutions and Programs, along with other informative resources, is accessible to the public on the usboe.org website.
If you encounter any unauthorized requests, please promptly report such activities to the USBOE office by visiting us here: www.usboe.org