Accreditations

University Accreditation

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges‌ (SACSCOC)

As one of the nation’s top universities, the University of Florida has earned full accreditation from the nation’s most prestigious accrediting bodies. The university is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Regional accreditation ensures the University of Florida’s curriculum meets the rigorous and up-to-date standards of education and professionalism, as set by the Department of Education.

For questions about the accreditation of the University of Florida, visit the SACSCOC website.

Program Accreditation

The Master of Arts in Art Education program meets the highest level of accreditation standards, as it is housed within the College of The Arts. The College of the Arts and the School of Art and Art History are accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD); while the Art Education programs are also accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).

National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD)

The National Association of Schools of Art and Design‌ (NASAD) has approximately 294 accredited institutional members and establishes national standards for undergraduate and graduate degrees and other credentials. It is the national accrediting agency for art and design and art and design-related disciplines.