by our College Data Analytics TeamWho vouches for WGU? Here is what we found about this school's accreditations.
Regional accreditation is a good thing. Attending a regionally accredited institution is important if you may want to transfer credits to another institution or if you want to attend a post-graduate program. The regional accreditor for WGU is the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
| Agency | Type of Accreditation | Program | Current Standing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance Education Accrediting Commission | Institutional (Regional) | N/A | Accredited |
| Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities | Institutional (Regional) | N/A | 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 |
| 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 |
| National League for Nursing, Commission for Nurse Education Accreditation | Specialized | Nursing - Bachelor?s degree | Withdrawn |
| National League for Nursing, Commission for Nurse Education Accreditation | Specialized | Nursing - Master?s degree | Withdrawn |