Alderson Broaddus University is fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), one of the six U.S. regional institutional accreditors. AB has held continuous HLC accreditation since 1947, with the most recent comprehensive reaffirmation in 2022. The next comprehensive review is scheduled for 2032; HLC fourth-year and tenth-year monitoring takes place between comprehensive reviews.
HLC accreditation means that AB's academic credits transfer to virtually every U.S. institution, that AB graduates may sit for federal civil-service examinations and most state licensure examinations, and that AB students are eligible for federal Title IV financial aid (Pell Grants, Federal Direct Loans, Federal Work-Study).
Inquiries about institutional accreditation may be directed to:
Higher Learning Commission
230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500
Chicago, IL 60604
(800) 621-7440 · hlcommission.org
Seven specialized accreditations recognize the quality of AB's professional programs.
Master of Physician Assistant Studies accredited continuously by the ARC-PA since 1971 â the longest accreditation history of any PA program in West Virginia. Last reaffirmed: 2024. Next review: 2034.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master of Science in Nursing accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. Last reaffirmed: 2023.
Master of Athletic Training accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education since 2015. Last reaffirmed: 2023.
Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences.
Bachelor of Social Work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. Last reaffirmed: 2022.
Teacher Education programs approved by the WV Department of Education and CAEP-aligned, with full state licensure pathways for Kâ12 educators.
School of Business programs accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs since 2010. Reaffirmed in 2023.
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry curriculum aligns with American Chemical Society standards for certified degrees.
Acrobatics & Tumbling competes within NCATA-sanctioned competition framework.
AB is a member of the following associations and consortia:
For questions about accreditation, transcripts, or transfer credit, contact the Office of the Registrar at [email protected] or (304) 457-6210.
