by our College Data Analytics TeamWho is giving a nod to USD? Read about what accreditations we found for this school.
Regional accreditation matters. Going to a regionally accredited school is important if you might transfer credits elsewhere or plan to pursue a post-graduate program. The regional accreditor for USD is the Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission.
| Agency | Type of Accreditation | Program | Current Standing |
|---|---|---|---|
| WASC Senior College and University Commission | Institutional (Regional) | N/A | Accredited |
| American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy, Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education | Specialized | Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) - Clinical training programs at the master’s, doctoral, and postgraduate levels | Accredited |
| American Bar Association, Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar | Specialized | Law (LAW) - Professional schools | Accredited |
| American Psychological Association, Commission on Accreditation | Internship/Residency | Professional Psychology (IPSY) - Predoctoral internship programs | Accredited |
| Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education | Specialized | Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the baccalaureate degree levels | Accredited |
| Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education | Specialized | Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the graduate degree levels | Accredited |
| Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education | Specialized | Nursing (CNDNP) - Nursing education programs at the doctorate degree levels | Accredited |
| Commission on English Language Program Accreditation | Specialized | English Language | Accredited |
| National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education | Specialized | Teacher Education (TED) - Baccalaureate and graduate programs for the preparation of teachers and other professional personnel for elementary and secondary schools | Accredited |