Archived Actions from Academic years: 11-12, 10-11, 09-10, 08-09, 07-08, 06-07
Actions: Academic Year 2012-2013
Note: The Commission posts a summary of all Commission actions within 30 days of taking such action. For actions taken by the Board of Trustees involving denial or withdrawal of candidacy or accreditation, show-cause or sanction, the Commission posts information within 24 hours of the institution being notified of such action.
The Institutional Actions Council of the Higher Learning Commission approved the following actions on April 15-16, 2013.
Arkansas
Financial Panel Recommendation
University of Central Arkansas, Conway, AR
- Affirmed that the institution continues to address its financial issues
Approval of Request for Change
Harding University, Searcy, AR
- Approved Master of Education in Early Childhood Special Education program at the Mid-South Professional Center in Memphis, TN
- Approved Master of Arts in Ministerial Counseling
- Approved participation in the Commission’s Notification Program for additional locations
Ozarka College, Melbourne, AR
- Approved Associate of Science in Human Services to replace the Associate of Arts with emphasis in Human Services program
University of Arkansas at Monticello, Monticello, AR
- Approved expansion of distance education up to 20% of total degree programs
Arizona
Reaffirmation of Accreditation - PEAQ
Thunderbird School of Global Management, Glendale, AZ
Approval of Request for Change
University of Phoenix, Tempe, AZ
- Approved the new Detroit Main Campus, 26261 Evergreen, Southfield, MI 48076
- Approved the new Milwaukee Main Campus, 10850 West Park Place, Milwaukee, WI 53224
Yavapai College, Prescott, AZ
- Approved contractual arrangement with Guidance Academy, LLC for the Associate of Applied Science in Professional Pilot – Helicopter
- Approved the contractual arrangement with Guidance Academy, LLC and North-Aire, Inc for the Associate of Applied Science in Professional Pilot – Airplane. In academic year 2013- 14, the name of the program will become the Associate of Applied Science in Aviation Technology, Emphasis Professional Pilot Airplane
Colorado
Staff action recommendation
Colorado Technical University, Colorado Springs, CO
- Accepted staff recommendation
Reaffirmation of Accreditation - PEAQ
Western State Colorado University, Gunnison, CO
- Approval of Request for Change
Arapahoe Community College, Littleton, CO
- Approved expansion of distance education up to 100% of total degree programs
Western State Colorado University, Gunnison, CO
- Approved initiation and expansion of distance education up to 20% of total degree programs
Denied Request for Change
Colorado Christian University, Lakewood, CO
- Denied request to offer Master of Education in Elementary Education (MEd: EE)
- Denied request to offer Master of Education in Special Education (MEd: SPED)
Illinois
Reaffirmation of Accreditation - PEAQ
Methodist College, Peoria, IL
Approval of Request for Change
DeVry University, Downers Grove, IL
- Approved teach-out plan required due to the closing of the additional location at Calgary Campus at 2700 3rd Ave SE, Calgary, Canada
Harrington College of Design, Chicago, IL
- Approved teach-out arrangement between Harrington College of Design and the International Academy of Design and Technology for IADT’s discontinuing Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design program
Kaplan University, Chicago, IL
- Approved the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
Northwestern College, Rosemont, IL
- Approved teach-out plan required due to the closing of the Naperville branch campus at 1809 N. Mills Street, Naperville, IL 60563
Resurrection University, Chicago, IL
- Approved additional locations: United Samaritans Medical Center, 812 N. Logan Ave., Danville, IL 61832 and Saint Joseph Hospital, 77 N. Airlite Street, Elgin, IL 60123
Saint Xavier University, Chicago, IL
- Approved expansion of distance education up to 20% of total degree programs
University of St. Francis, Joliet, IL
- Approved the expansion of distance education up to 100% of total degree programs
VanderCook College of Music, Chicago, IL
- Approved proposed contractual arrangement with Music Workshops, Ltd. for the Master of Music Education in the performance area of drumming
Denied Request for Change
Methodist College, Peoria, IL
- Denied request to offer the Master of Science in Nursing
Indiana
Reaffirmation of Accreditation - PEAQ
Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN
Approval of Request for Change
Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN
- Approved request to change stipulations. The new stipulation will read: “None.”
Iowa
Approval of Request for Change
Briar Cliff University, Sioux City, IA
- Approved consortial arrangement with South Dakota State University to offer the DNP program;
Mercy College of Health Sciences, Des Moines, IA
- Approved initiation and expansion of distance education up to 100% of total degree programs
Wartburg Theological Seminary, Dubuque, IA
- Approved initiation and expansion of distance education up to 100% of total degree programs
Kansas
Reaffirmation of Accreditation – PEAQ
Manhattan Christian College, Manhattan, KS
Approval of Request for Change
Brown Mackie College – Salina, Salina, KS
- Approved Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Construction Trades: Welding and a Diploma in Construction Trades: Welding
Donnelly College, Kansas City, KS
- Approved Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education/ESOL and the Bachelor of Science in Information Systems
Kansas City Kansas Community College, Kansas City, KS
- Approved new location at Dr. Thomas R. Burke Technical Education Center 1 (TEC1), 6565 State Avenue, Kansas City, KS 66102; approved the teach-out plan required due to the closing of the additional location at KCKCC Technical Education Center at 2220 N 59th Street, Kansas City, KS 66104
Tabor College, Hillsboro, KS
- Approved initiation of distance education up to 5% of total degree programs
Michigan
Reaffirmation of Accreditation - PEAQ
Kalamazoo College, Kalamazoo, MI
Saginaw Chippewa Tribal College, Mount Pleasant, MI
Approval of Request for Change
Baker College, Flint, MI
- Approved Master of Science Degree in Educational Effectiveness
- Approved teach-out plan required due to the closing of the additional locations at Blue Cross Blue Shield, Detroit, MI, and the Phromm Education Center in Warren, MI
Gogebic Community College, Ironwood, MI
- Acknowledged closing of the location in Copper County, Hancock, Michigan and approved the additional location, Copper County, 47420 Highway M-26, Suite 107, Houghton, MI 49931
Saginaw Valley State University, University Center, MI
- Approved Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
Minnesota
Staff action recommendation
Concordia College, Moorhead, MN
- Accepted staff recommendation
Reaffirmation of Accreditation - PEAQ
Central Lakes College, Brainerd, MN
College of Saint Scholastica, Duluth, MN
Walden University, Minneapolis, MN
Approval of Request for Change
College of Visual Arts, Saint Paul, MN
- Approved teach-out plan to close the institution on June 30, 2013
Minneapolis College of Art and Design, Minneapolis, MN
- Approved teach-out and Transfer Agreement with the College of Visual Arts, MN
University of Saint Thomas, St. Paul, MN
- Approved contractual arrangement with Bisk Education, Inc. for the Master of Public Safety and Law Enforcement Leadership
Walden University, Minneapolis, MN
- Approved Doctor of Information Technology (DIT)
Walden University, Minneapolis, MN
- Approved the Doctor of Social Work (DSW)
Walden University, Minneapolis, MN
- Approved the Doctor of Philosophy in Social Work
Denied Request for Change
Crown College, St. Bonifacius, MN
- Denied request to offer Bachelor of Science in Certified Athletic Training
Missouri
Reaffirmation of Accreditation - PEAQ
Columbia College, Columbia, MO
Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Kansas City, MO
Approval of Request for Change
Avila University, Kansas City, MO
- Approved initiation of distance education up to 5% of total degree programs which includes approval of the Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration and Master of Arts in Management, as well as other offerings by distance education up to the 5% threshold
Cox College, Springfield, MO
- Approved Post-Master of Science in Nursing Certificate and the Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT)
Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Kansas City, MO
- Approved the dual majors at the undergraduate level the Doctor of Counseling
Mineral Area College, Park Hills, MO
- Approved expansion of distance education up to 20% of degree programs
Ozarks Technical Community College, Springfield, MO
- Acknowledged closing of the Reeds Spring Education Center and the Branson Education Center and approved the new branch campus, Table Rock Campus, 10698 Historic Hwy 165, Hollister, MO 65673
Park University, Parkville, MO
- Approved participation in the Commission’s Notification Program for additional locations
Saint Louis Community College, St. Louis, MO
- Approved additional location, BJC Learning Institute, 8300, Eager Road, Suite 200A, St. Louis, MO 63144
William Jewell College, Liberty, MO
- Approved Graduate Certificate in Differentiated Instruction and the Master of Science in Education program with a focus in Differentiated Instruction
Denied Request for Change
Central Methodist University, Fayette, MO
- Denied request to offer Master of Science in Nursing - Adult Nurse Educator
Nebraska
Reaffirmation of Accreditation - PEAQ
Little Priest Tribal College, Winnebago, NE
Southeast Community College Area, Lincoln, NE
Approval of Request for Change
Grace University, Omaha, NE
- Approved Master of Arts in Teaching and the Master of Science in Education
New Mexico
Approval of Request for Change
Santa Fe Community College, Santa Fe, NM
- Approved initiation and expansion of distance education up to 100% of total degree programs
North Dakota
Approval of Request for Change
Mayville State University, Mayville, ND
- Approved additional locations: Williston State College, 1410 University Ave., Williston, ND 58801-4464; Bismarck State College, 1500 Edwards Ave., Bismarck, ND 58506-5587; and North Dakota College of Science, 800 6th St. N, Wahpeton, ND 58076-0002
Ohio
Reaffirmation of Accreditation - PEAQ
Aultman College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Canton, OH
Capital University, Columbus, OH
Muskingum University, New Concord, OH
Focused Visits
Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science, Cincinnati, OH
- Affirmed the findings of the Focused Evaluation team
Kent State University, Kent, OH
- Affirmed the findings of the Focused Evaluation team
Ohio Christian University, Circleville, OH
- Affirmed the findings of the Focused Evaluation team
Approval of Request for Change
Aultman College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Canton, OH
- Approved the RN to BSN completion degree
Ohio Christian University, Circleville, OH
- Approved additional location: OCU Morrow Campus, 1550 Southlake Pkwy, Morrow, GA 30260
Oklahoma
Reaffirmation of Accreditation - PEAQ
University of Central Oklahoma, Edmond, OK
Approval of Request for Change
Rose State College, Midwest City, OK
- Approved expansion of distance education up to 100% of total degree programs
University of Central Oklahoma, Edmond, OK
- Approved initiation and expansion of distance education up to 100% of total degree programs; approved initiation and expansion of correspondence education up to 5% of total degree programs
South Dakota
Reaffirmation of Accreditation - PEAQ
Mount Marty College, Yankton, SD
Financial Panel Recommendations
Sioux Falls Seminary, Sioux Falls, SD
- Required a monitoring report on finances, due 6/30/13, that addresses the specific concerns noted in the Financial Panel Analysis of 2/26/13
Approval of Request for Change
Black Hills State University, Spearfish, SD
- Approved Master of Education in Secondary Education
West Virginia
Focused Visit
Alderson-Broaddus College, Philippi, WV
- Affirmed the findings of the Focused Evaluation team
Financial Panel Recommendations
Future Generations Graduate School, Franklin, WV
- Required a monitoring report due 6/1/13 on finances that addresses the specific concerns noted in the Financial Panel Analysis of 2/26/13
Approval of Request for Change
Alderson-Broaddus College, Philippi, WV
- Approved initiation and expansion of distance education up to 5% of total degree programs; approved proposed contractual arrangement with ComCourse, Inc to offer the RN-BSN program; approved Master of Arts in Criminal Justice; removed stipulation limiting master’s degrees
New River Community and Technical College, Beckley, WV
- Approved Associate of Applied Science – Physical Therapist Assistant Program
Shepherd University, Shepherdstown, WV
- Approved additional location, Martinsburg Center, 261 Aiken Center, Suites 100, 101, 200, 201, 302. Martinsburg, WV 25401
University of Charleston, The, Charleston, WV
- Approved Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS)
Wisconsin
Reaffirmation of Accreditation - PEAQ
Concordia University Wisconsin, Mequon, WI
Approval of Request for Change
Blackhawk Technical College, Janesville, WI
- Approved expansion of distance education up to 20% of total degree programs
Concordia University Wisconsin, Mequon, WI
- Approved Doctorate in Occupational Therapy (OTD)
Northwestern College, Watertown, WI
- Approved initiation of distance education up to 5% of total degree programs
University of Phoenix, Tempe, AZ
- Approved the new Milwaukee Main Campus, 10850 West Park Place, Milwaukee, WI 53224
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, Stevens Point, WI
- Approved the initiation of distance education up to 20% of total degree programs
The Institutional Actions Council of the Higher Learning Commission approved the following actions on April 15, 2013.
Additional Location Approval
Arizona
Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ
- Additional Location in Flagstaff, AZ
Illinois
Aurora University, Aurora, IL
- Additional Location in Oswego, IL
Elmhurst College, Elmhurst, IL
- Additional Location in Grayslake, IL
Governors State University, University Park, IL
- Additional Location in Justice, IL
Illinois Eastern Community Colleges, Olney, IL
- Additional Location in Albion, IL
- Additional Location in Carmi, IL
- Additional Location in Flora, IL
- Additional Location in Grayville, IL
- Additional Location in Lawrenceville, IL
- Additional Location in Mount Carmel, IL
- Additional Location in Newton, IL
- Additional Location in Olney, IL
National Louis University, Chicago, IL
- Additional Location in Chicago, IL
Olivet Nazarene University, Bourbonnais, IL
- Additional Location in Freeport, IL
- Additional Location in Oglesby, IL
Southern Illinois University Carbondale, Carbondale, IL
- Additional Location in Springfield, IL
- Additional Location in San Diego, CA
- Additional Location in Grayslake, IL
- Additional Location in Jacksonville, NC
- Additional Location in JB McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, NJ
- Additional Location in Millington, TN
- Additional Location in JBLM-McChord Field, WA
University of St. Francis, Joliet, IL
- Additional Location in Downers Grove, IL
- Additional Location in LaGrange, IL
Indiana
Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN
- Additional Location in Odon, IN
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana, Indianapolis, IN
- Additional Location in Jefferson, IN
- Additional Location in Rochester, IN
- Additional Location in Tipton, IN
Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion, IN
- Additional Location in Radcliff, KY
- Additional Location in Odon, IN
Trine University, Angola, IN
- Additional Location in Fort Wayne, IN
Iowa
Drake University, Des Moines, IA
- Additional Location in Ankeny, IA
Upper Iowa University, Fayette, IA
- Additional Location in Janesville, WI
- Additional Location in Bettendorf, IA
Michigan
Oakland University, Rochester, MI
- Additional Location in Bloomfield Hills, MI
- Additional Location in Highland, MI
- Additional Location in Novi, MI
- Additional Location in Walled Lake, MI
Missouri
Central Methodist University, Fayette, MO
- Added Additional Location in Arnold, MO
- Added Additional Location in Hillsboro, MO
- Added Additional Location in St. Louis, MO
- Added Additional Location in Washington, MO
Lindenwood University, St. Charles, MO
- Added Additional Location in Bonne Terre, MO
- Added Additional Location in St. Louis, MO
Webster University, St. Louis, MO
- Added Additional Location in New River, NC
North Dakota
University of Mary, Bismarck, ND
- Added Additional Location in Bismarck, ND
- Added Additional Location in Dickinson, ND
- Added Additional Location in Grand Forks AFB, ND
- Added Additional Location in Phoenix, AZ
- Added Additional Location in Tempe, AZ
- Added Additional Location in Alexandria, MN
Oklahoma
Oklahoma Wesleyan University, Bartlesville, OK
- Additional Location in Durant, OK
Wisconsin
Concordia University Wisconsin, Mequon, WI
- Additional Location in Dearborn, MI
- Additional Location in Frankenmuth, MI
- Additional Location in Jackson, MI
Wyoming
University of Wyoming, Laramie, WY
- Additional Location in Arvada-Clearmont, WY
- Additional Location in Basin, WY
- Additional Location in Cheyenne, WY
- Additional Location in Chugwater, WY
- Additional Location in Kaycee, WY
- Additional Location in Kemmerer, WY
- Additional Location in Lander, WY
- Additional Location in Lyman, WY
- Additional Location in Meeteetse, WY
- Additional Location in Riverton, WY
- Additional Location in Torrington, WY
- Additional Location in Worland, WY
- Additional Location in Wright, WY
Certificates Approved
Illinois
City Colleges of Chicago-Harry S. Truman College, Chicago IL
- Child Care Provider/Assistant
- Design – Web Development – Basic Certificate
- Design – Web Development – Advanced Certificate
City Colleges of Chicago-Olive-Harvey College, Chicago, IL
- Homeland Security
- Parts, Warehousing, and Inventory Management Operations - Supply Chain Management – Basic
- Parts, Warehousing, and Inventory Management Operations - Supply Chain Management – Advanced
Iowa
Iowa Lakes Community College, Estherville, IA
- Meeting and Event Planning
Northwestern College, Orange City, IA
- Administration – Analytics Certificate
Michigan
Kirtland Community College, Roscommon, MI
- Materials Engineering – Composite Materials Technology
Northwestern Michigan College, Traverse City, MI
- Welding Engineering Technology/Technician
Kansas
Highland Community College, Highland, KS
- Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder
Ohio
Union Institute & University, Cincinnati, OH
- Public Health Education and Promotion
The Board of Trustees of the Higher Learning Commission took the following actions on April 6, 2013.
Arizona
Pima County Community College District, Placed on Probation
Institution notified on April 16, 2013. Information for the public posted by the Commission on April 17, 2013.
Missouri
Evangel University, Approved to merge with Central Bible College and Assemblies of God Theological Seminary through an asset transfer from these institutions to Evangel University
Oklahoma
Western Oklahoma State College, Placed on Probation
Institution notified on April 16, 2013. Information for the public posted by the Commission on April 17, 2013.
The Institutional Actions Council of the Higher Learning Commission approved the following actions on February 26, 2013.
Additional Location Approval
Arizona
University of Phoenix, Tempe, AZ
- Additional Location in Los Angeles, CA
- Additional Location in Macon, GA
- Additional Location in Wichita, KS
- Additional Location in Florence, KY
- Additional Location in Columbus, OH
- Additional Location in West Chester, OH
- Additional Location in Westlake, OH
- Additional Location in Greenville, SC
- Additional Location in Greenville, SC
- Additional Location in Arlington, VA
- Additional Location in Chantilly, VA
Arkansas
John Brown University, Siloam Springs, AR
- Additional Location in Little Rock, AR
Illinois
Olivet Nazarene Univeristy, Bourbonnais, IL
- Additional Location in Urbana, IL
Indiana
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana, Indianapolis, IN
- Additional Location in Bloomington, IN
- Additional Location in Bloomington, IN
- Additional Location in Frankfort, IN
- Additional Location in New Castle, IN
Oakland City University, Oakland City, IN
- Additional Location in Carlisle, IN
- Additional Location in Greencastle, IN
- Additional Location in Indianapolis, IN
- Additional Location in Plainfield, IN
Michigan
Baker College, Flint, MI
- Additional Location in Port Huron, MI
Northwood University, Midland, MI
- Additional Location in Troy, MI
Minnesota
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota, Winona, MN
- Additional Location in Becker, MN
- Additional Location in Belle Plaine, MN
- Additional Location in Bemidji, MN
- Additional Location in East Grand Forks, MN
- Additional Location in Hibbing, MN
- Additional Location in Plymouth, MN
- Additional Location in St. Cloud, MN
- Additional Location in Stillwater, MN
- Additional Location in Beloit, WI
Missouri
Lindenwood University, St. Charles, MO
- Additional Location in Dardenne Place, MO
Certificates Approved
Illinois
MacCormac College, Chicago, IL
- Court Reporting/Court Reporter
Michigan
Glen Oaks Community College, Centreville, MI
- Computer Software and Media Applications
Minnesota
North Central University, Minneapolis, MN
- Organizational Leadership, CIP 52.0213
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota, Winona, MN
- Teaching English as a Second Language/ESL Language Instructor
South Dakota
Southeast Technical Institute, Sioux Falls, SD
- Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
- Plumbing Technology/Plumber
The Institutional Actions Council of the Higher Learning Commission approved the following actions on February 25-26, 2013.
Arkansas
Staff Action Recommendation
Pulaski Technical College, North Little Rock, AR
- Accepted staff recommendation
Reaffirmation of Accreditation - PEAQ
University of the Ozarks, Clarksville, AR
Williams Baptist College, Walnut Ridge, AR
Reaffirmation of Accreditation - AQIP
Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas, De Queen, AR
Approval of Request for Change
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Fayetteville, AR
- Approved additional location at SENACYT City of Knowledge, Building 233, PO Box 0816-01852, Panama, Republic of Panama
Arizona
Focused Visit
Tohono O'odham Community College, Sells, AZ
- Affirm the findings of the Focused Evaluation team
Approval of Request for Change
Grand Canyon University, Phoenix, AZ
- Approved closing of the additional location at Presbyterian Healthcare Services (PHS) Northside, 5901 Harper Drive NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109 and opening of new additional location, GCU Albuquerque, at 6700 Jefferson NE, Building D, Suite D-2, Albuquerque, NM 87109; approved teach-out plan for the Presbyterian Healthcare Services (PHS) Northside location
Maricopa Community Colleges-GateWay Community College, Phoenix, AZ
- Approved the expansion of distance education up to 20% of total degree programs
Maricopa Community Colleges-Mesa Community College, Mesa, AZ
- Approved the expansion of distance education up to 100% of total degree programs
University of Phoenix, Tempe, AZ
- Approved closing of the South Orlando Learning Center and approved the new campus, the Central Florida Main Campus at 8325 South Park Circle, Suite 100 in Orlando, FL 32819
- Approved closing of the previous Richmond Campus and approved the new campus, Richmond-Virginia Beach Campus, located at 9750 West Broad Street, Glen Allen, VA 23060
- Approved closing of the Miramar Learning Center and approved the new South Florida Main Campus, 2400 SW 145th Avenue in Miramar, FL 33027
Western International University, Phoenix, AZ
- Approved the closing of the main campus at 9215 N. Black Canyon Hwy, Phoenix, AZ 85021 and to open new main campus at 1601 W. Fountainhead Parkway, Tempe, AZ 85282
Colorado
Focused Visit
University of the Rockies, Colorado Springs, CO
- Affirm the findings of the Focused Evaluation team
Approval of Request for Change
Colorado Mountain College, Glenwood Springs, CO
- Approved closing of the main campus at 831 Grand Avenue, Glenwood Springs, CO 81601 and opening of a new main campus at 802 Grand Avenue, Glenwood Springs, CO 81601
Colorado State University-Global Campus, Greenwood Village, CO
- Approved Bachelor of Science in Marketing, the Master of Finance, and the Master of International Management. The approval includes a change in stipulation.
Colorado Technical University, Colorado Springs, CO
- Approved teach-out plan and closing of two branch campuses: Pueblo Campus, 1025 W. 6th St., Pueblo, CO 81003 and Sioux Falls Campus, 3901 W. 59th St., Sioux Falls, SD 57108
Northeastern Junior College, Sterling, CO
- Approved the expansion of distance education up to 100% of total degree programs
University of the Rockies, Colorado Springs, CO
- Approved additional location: Tabor Center, 1201 16th Street, Suite 200, Denver, CO 80202
Illinois
Reaffirmation of Accreditation - PEAQ
Parkland College, Champaign, IL
Reaffirmation of Accreditation - AQIP
DeVry University, Downers Grove, IL
Financial Panel Recommendation
Hebrew Theological College, Skokie, IL
- Affirmed that the institution continues to address its financial issues
Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago, Chicago, IL
- Required a focused visit on finances to occur no later than 8/1/2013
MacMurray College, Jacksonville, IL
- Affirmed that the institution continues to address its financial issues
Approval of Request for Change
Adler School of Professional Psychology, Chicago, IL
- Approved the PsyD in Clinical Psychology on the Vancouver Campus
Heartland Community College, Normal, IL
- Approved expansion of distance education up to 20% of total degree programs
North Park University, Chicago, IL
- Approved the Doctor of Ministry in Urban Ministry Leadership
Indiana
Reaffirmation of Accreditation - PEAQ
Manchester University, North Manchester, IN
TCM International Institute, Indianapolis, IN
Wabash College, Crawfordsville, IN
Campus Evaluation Visit
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana, Indianapolis, IN
- Affirmed quality of campuses at Elkhart County Campus, 22531CR 18, Goshen, IN 46528 and Warsaw Campus, 2545 Silveus Crossing, Warsaw, IN 46582
Approval of Request for Change
Anderson University, Anderson, IN
- Approved the Bachelor of Science in Engineering, which is limited to electrical engineering and mechanical engineering
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, Terre Haute, IN
- Approved additional locations: Indiana Wesleyan University –West, 6325 Digital Way, Suite 222, Indianapolis, IN 46278; Indiana Wesleyan University – North, 3777 Priority Way South Drive, Indianapolis, IN 46240; and AIT Laboratories, 7820 Innovation Boulevard, Indianapolis, IN 46278
TCM International Institute, Indianapolis, IN
- Approved expansion of distance education up to 100% of total degree programs
Iowa
Staff Action Recommendation
Iowa Wesleyan College, Mt. Pleasant, IA
- Accepted staff recommendation
Approval of Request for Change
Grand View University, Des Moines, IA
- Approved additional location, Pella Regional Medical Center, 404 Jefferson Street, Pella, IA 50219
Kaplan University, Davenport, IA
- Approved branch campus: Kaplan University–Augusta, 14 Marketplace Drive, Augusta, ME 04330
Southeastern Community College, West Burlington, IA
- Approved expansion of distance education up to 100% of total degree programs
Kansas
Staff Action Recommendation
Cleveland University-Kansas City, Overland Park, KS
- Accepted staff recommendation
Reaffirmation of Accreditation - AQIP
Barton County Community College, Great Bend, KS
Financial Panel Recommendations
Central Christian College of Kansas, McPherson, KS
- Required a focused visit on Finances
Colby Community College, Colby, KS
- Required a monitoring report on finances, due 5/25/13, that addresses the specific concerns noted in the Financial Panel Analysis of 12/4/12
Approval of Request for Change
McPherson College, McPherson, KS
- Approved the Master of Education in Teaching program
MidAmerica Nazarene University, Olathe, KS
- Approved the Master of Education in Adaptive Special Education at the Olathe, Kansas and Liberty, Missouri locations
University of Saint Mary, Leavenworth, KS
- Approved the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
Michigan
Reaffirmation of Accreditation - PEAQ
Kuyper College, Grand Rapids, MI
Reaffirmation of Accreditation - AQIP
Delta College, University Center, MI
Approval of Request for Change
Henry Ford Community College, Dearborn, MI
- Approved expansion of distance education up to 20% of total degree programs, includes the addition of Religious Studies
Jackson Community College, Jackson, MI
- Approved additional location: Jackson Community College North Campus, 3000 Blake Road, Jackson, MI 49202
Mid Michigan Community College, Harrison, MI
- Approved expansion of distance education up to 100% of total degree programs
Oakland University, Rochester, MI
- Approved contractual arrangement with William Beaumont Hospital - Royal Oak School of Radiologic Technology for the Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Diagnostic & Therapeutic Sciences, with a specialization in Radiation Therapy and a Specialization in Radiologic Technology
Thomas M. Cooley Law School, Lansing, MI
- Approved change in stipulation
Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI
- Approved two additional locations: Borgess Medical Center, 1521 Gull Road, Kalamazoo, MI 49048 and Bronson Hospital, 601 John Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49007
Minnesota
Reaffirmation of Accreditation - PEAQ
United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities, New Brighton, MN
Reaffirmation of Accreditation - AQIP
North Hennepin Community College, Brooklyn Park, MN
Focused Visit
Saint John's University, Collegeville, MN
- Affirmed the findings of the Focused Evaluation team
Approval of Request for Change
Augsburg College, Minneapolis, MN
- Approved expansion of distance education up to 20% of total degree programs
Itasca Community College, Virginia, MN
- Approved additional locations: Rainy River Community College, 1501 Hwy 11/71, International Falls, MN 56649 and Lakewood Health Center, 600 Main Avenue S, Baudette, MN 56623
Luther Seminary, St. Paul, MN
- Approved expansion of distance education up to 100% of total degree programs
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, Minneapolis, MN
- Approved contractual arrangement with XLRI, School of Business & Human Resources Jamshedpur, India for the Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Missouri
Reaffirmation of Accreditation - PEAQ
Cottey College, Nevada, MO
Rockhurst University, Kansas City, MO
Campus Evaluation Visit
Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary, Kansas City, MO
- Affirmed quality of campus at 15800 Calvary Road, Kansas City, MO 64147-1341
Approval of Request for Change
Cottey College, Nevada, MO
- Approved the Bachelor of Arts degrees in majors in the Humanities and Social Sciences
Cox College, Springfield, MO
- Approved the Master of Nutritional Diagnostics
Missouri Western State University, St. Joseph, MO
- Approved additional location: Northlands Campus, Building 18, 6364 N Cosby Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64151
Saint Paul School of Theology, Kansas City, MO
- Approved closing of main campus at 5123 E. Truman Road, Kansas City, MO and opening of new main campus at 13720 Roe Avenue, Leawood, KS 66224
Westminster College, Fulton, MO
- Approved new campus: Mesa Center for Higher Education, 245 West 2nd Street, Mesa, AZ 85201
Denied Request for Change
Rockhurst University, Kansas City, MO
- Denied request to offer the Master of Arts in Education and Organizational Leadership
New Mexico
Approval of Request for Change
Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development, Santa Fe, NM
- Approved expansion of distance education up to 20% of total degree programs, includes approval of the Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Creative Writing
New Mexico State University-Dona Ana Community College, Las Cruces, NM
- Approved the Associate of Applied Science in Culinary Arts
North Dakota
Approval of Request for Change
Jamestown College, Jamestown, ND
- Approved the Doctor of Physical Therapy
Ohio
Reaffirmation of Accreditation - PEAQ
Athenaeum of Ohio, Cincinnati, OH
Defiance College, Defiance, OH
Reaffirmation of Accreditation - AQIP
University of Mount Union, Alliance, OH
Approval of Request for Change
Air Force Institute of Technology, Wright-Patterson AFB, OH
- Approved consortial arrangement between the Air Force Institute of Technology and the Naval Postgraduate School for the Master’s in Cost Estimating and Analysis
Cedarville University, Cedarville, OH
- Approved the Master of Business Administration
Christ College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Cincinnati, OH
- Approved the institution’s request to offer the Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN) program
Good Samaritan College of Nursing and Health Science, Cincinnati, OH
- Approved the Bachelor of Science in Nursing and the Associate of Science in Health Science
Mount Vernon Nazarene University, Mount Vernon, OH
- Approved closing of two locations in Gahanna and Polaris and approved the opening of an additional location, Columbus-New Albany, 5150 East Dublin-Granville Road, Columbus, OH 43081
Ohio University, Athens, OH
- Approved additional location: South Pointe Hospital, 20000 Harvard Avenue, Warrensville Heights, OH 44122
Southern State Community College, Hillsboro, OH
- Approved participation in the Commission’s Notification Program for additional locations
Wright State University, Dayton, OH
- Approved Bachelor of Science in Multidisciplinary Engineering and additional location: Dalian Institute of Science and Technology (DIST), 999-26 Lushun Bingang Road, Economic Developing Zone, Dalian, China 116052
- Approved contractual arrangement with Chung Yuan Christian University (CYCU), Chung Li, Taiwan for the Master of Science in Engineering program
Oklahoma
Approval of Request for Change
Oklahoma Baptist University, Shawnee, OK
- Approved additional location: OBU Graduate School, at 3800 N May Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73112
South Dakota
Approval of Request for Change
Dakota State University, Madison, SD
- Approved the institution’s request to change its stipulations
Dakota Wesleyan University, Mitchell, SD
- Approved the Master of Business Administration in Strategic Leadership
West Virginia
Focused Visit
West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV
- Affirmed the findings of the Focused Evaluation team
Financial Panel Recommendations
Appalachian Bible College, Mt. Hope, WV
- Required a monitoring report due 5/25/13 on finances that addresses the specific concerns noted in the Financial Panel Analysis of 12/4/12
Fairmont State University, Fairmont, WV
- Affirmed that the institution continues to address its financial issues
Pierpont Community and Technical College, Fairmont, WV
- Affirmed that the institution continues to address its financial issues
Approval of Request for Change
Concord University, Athens, WV
- Approved the Master of Social Work
New River Community and Technical College, Beckley, WV
- Approved the Associate of Applied Science in Cosmetology
Wisconsin
Reaffirmation of Accreditation - PEAQ
University of Wisconsin Colleges, Madison, WI
Approval of Request for Change
Columbia College of Nursing, Inc., Glendale, WI
- Approved the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
Fox Valley Technical College, Appleton, WI
- Approved participation in the Commission’s Notification Program for additional locations
University of Wisconsin Colleges, Madison, WI
- Approved the Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences and the change in wording in the mission statement to reflect the addition of this degree
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, La Crosse, WI
- Approved the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
Viterbo University, La Crosse, WI
- Approved the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
The Board of Trustees of the Higher Learning Commission took the following actions on February 21, 2013.
Illinois
American InterContinental University, Approved a change of control, structure, or organization for the institution to sell its London campus and approved a teach-out plan and agreement proposed by the institution
Taylor Business Institute, Granted Candidate for Accreditation Status
Iowa
Ashford University, Placed on Notice
Institution notified on February 27, 2013. Information for the public posted by the Commission on February 28, 2013.
Minnesota
McNally Smith College of Music, Granted Candidate for Accreditation Status
North Dakota
Sanford College of Nursing, Approved a change of control, structure, or organization for a merger at the parent cooperate level
South Dakota
Sisseton Wahpeton College, Placed on Notice
Institution notified on February 26, 2013. Information for the public posted by the Commission on February 27, 2013.
The Institutional Actions Council of the Higher Learning Commission approved the following actions on January 15, 2013.
Additional Location Approval
Illinois
Lewis University, Romeoville, IL
- Additional Location in Oak Brook, IL
Indiana
Huntington University, Huntington, IN
- Additional Location in Ft. Wayne, IN
Minnesota
Concordia University-St. Paul, St. Paul, MN
- Additional Location in North Mankato, MN
Missouri
Central Methodist University, Fayette, MO
- Additional Location in Cottleville, MO
- Additional Location in St. Louis, MO
Wisconsin
Viterbo University, LaCrosse, WI
- Additional Location in Madison, WI
- Additional Location in Janesville, WI
- Additional Location in Wausau, WI
University of Wisconsin-LaCrosse, WI
- Additional Location in Milwaukee, WI
- Additional Location in Phillips, WI
- Additional Location in Stoughton, WI
Certificates Approved
Illinois
University of St. Francis, Joliet, IL
- Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse/Nursing
Michigan
Northern Michigan University, Marquette, MI
Northwestern Michigan College, Traverse City, MI
- Recording Arts Technology/Technician (Level 1)
- Recording Arts Technology/Technician (Level 2)
- Recording Arts Technology/Technician
North Dakota
Bismarck State College, Bismarck, ND
- Recording Arts Technology/Technician
The Institutional Actions Council of the Higher Learning Commission approved the following actions on January 14-15, 2013.
Arkansas
Approval of Request for Change
Arkansas Tech University, Russellville, AR
- Approved additional location at Morton Hall, 1700 West C. Street, Russellville, AR 72801
Denied Request for Change
Henderson State University, Arkadelphia, AR
- Denied request for expansion of distance education up to 20% of total degree programs
Arizona
Reaffirmation of Accreditation (PEAQ)
Mohave Community College, Kingman, AZ
Focused Visit
Mercy College of Ohio, Toledo, OH
- Affirm the findings of the Focused Evaluation team
Financial Panel Recommendation
American Indian College of the Assemblies of God, Phoenix, AZ
- Concurred with recommendation of Financial Panel and approved focused visit on finances to occur in conjunction with the March 2013 reaffirmation of accreditation
Approval of Request for Change
Everest College Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ
- Approved to increase the clock hours in the diploma Medical Assistant and Medical Insurance Billing & Coding from 720 to 900 hours by lengthening the internship hours and out-of-class work hours
Pima County Community College District, Tucson, AZ
- Approved additional location at Pima Community College, 29th St. Coalition Center at 4355 East Calle Aurora, Tucson, AZ 85711
University of Phoenix, Tempe, AZ
- Approved closure of the Las Vegas campus and opening of new campus: Las Vegas Campus, 3755 Breakthrough Way, Las Vegas, NV 89135
- Approved teach-out plan for a total of 115 campuses and additional locations as it realigns ground-based operations. In conjunction with this action
Colorado
Reaffirmation of Accreditation (PEAQ)
Colorado Northwestern Community College, Rangely, CO
Colorado Technical University, Colorado Springs, CO
Financial Panel Recommendation
Colorado State University-Global Campus, Greenwood Village, CO
- Concurred with recommendation of Financial Panel and approved a monitoring report due 4/15/13 on finances that addresses the specific concerns noted in the Financial Panel Analysis of 11/9/12
Campus Evaluation Visit
Colorado Northwestern Community College, Rangely, CO
- Affirmed quality of campus at Craig Campus-CNCC, 2801 W. 9th St., Craig, CO 81625
Approval of Request for Change
Colorado Northwestern Community College, Rangely, CO
- Approved initiation and expansion of distance education up to 20% of total degree programs which includes the Associate of Applied Science degree in Small Business Management, as well as other programs offered by distance education up to the 20% threshold
Fort Lewis College, Durango, CO
- Approved Master of Arts in Education degree
Denied Request for Change
Colorado Technical University, Colorado Springs, CO
- Denied request to offer the Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction
Illinois
Staff Action Recommendation
John Marshall Law School, Chicago, IL
- Accepted staff recommendation
Reaffirmation of Accreditation (PEAQ)
Illinois Wesleyan University, Bloomington, IL
Focused Visit
Quincy University, Quincy, IL
Approval of Request for Change
Chamberlain College of Nursing, Downers Grove, IL
- Approved the Doctor of Nursing Practice; Approved Tinley Park campus at 18624 W. Creek Drive, Tinley Park, IL 60477
Chamberlain College of Nursing, Downers Grove, IL
- Approved Tinley Park campus at 18624 W. Creek Drive, Tinley Park, IL 60477
Governors State University, University Park, IL
- Approved the Master of Arts and the Education Specialist degree in School Psychology
Greenville College, Greenville, IL
- Approved initiation and expansion of distance education up to 20% of total degree programs
- Approved additional location at Westminster Christian Academy, 800 Maryville Centre Drive, Town and Country, MO 63017
Millikin University, Decatur, IL
- Approved the Doctor of Nursing Practice
Indiana
Focused Visit
Grace College and Seminary, Winona Lake, IN
- Affirmed the findings of the Focused Evaluation team
Iowa
Approval of Request for Change
Kaplan University, Davenport, IA
- Approved additional location at Kaplan University–Augusta, 14 Marketplace Drive, Augusta, ME 04330
Southwestern Community College, Creston, IA
- Approved initiation and expansion of distance education up to 100% of total degree programs
Kansas
Financial Panel Recommendation
Sterling College, Sterling, KS
- Concurred with recommendation of Financial Panel and approved a monitoring report due 4/15/13 on finances that addresses the specific concerns noted in the Financial Panel Analysis of 11/7/12
Approval of Request for Change
Labette Community College, Parsons, KS
- Approved expansion of distance education up to 100% of total degree programs
Neosho County Community College, Chanute, KS
- Approved initiation and expansion of distance education up to 100% of total degree programs
University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS
- Approved additional locations at: Fort Hays State University, 600 Park Street, Hays, KS 67601; Garden City Community College , 801 Campus Drive, Garden City, KS 67846
Washburn University of Topeka, Topeka, KS
- Approved the Doctor of Nursing Practice
Michigan
Financial Panel Recommendation
Kuyper College, Grand Rapids, MI
- Concurred with recommendation of Financial Panel and approved a Monitoring Report due 10/1/13 on finances that addresses the specific concerns noted in the Financial Panel Analysis of 11/9/12
Approval of Request for Change
Macomb Community College, Warren, MI
- Approved initiation and expansion of distance education up to 20% of total degree programs
Washtenaw Community College, Ann Arbor, MI
- Approved initiation and expansion of distance education up to 100% of total degree programs
Minnesota
Reaffirmation of Accreditation (PEAQ)
Hazelden Graduate School of Addiction Studies, Center City, MN
Approval of Request for Change
Rasmussen College, Bloomington, MN
- Approved new campus at Rasmussen College – Overland Park, 11600 College Boulevard, Overland Park, KS 66210; Approved new campus at Rasmussen College – Topeka, 620 SW Governor View, Topeka, KS 66606
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota, Winona, MN
- Approved contractual arrangement between Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota and Christ the Teacher Institute for Education, Kenya, to offer the Master of Education in Educational Leadership and Administration
Missouri
Focused Visit
Wentworth Military Academy and Junior College, Lexington, MO
Approval of Request for Change
Culver-Stockton College, Canton, MO
- Approved the Master of Business Administration online
Hannibal-LaGrange University, Hannibal, MO
- Initiation of distance education up to 5% of total degree programs
Three Rivers Community College, Poplar Bluff, MO
- Approved initiation and expansion of distance education up to 100% of total degree programs
Nebraska
Approval of Request for Change
Northeast Community College, Norfolk, NE
- Approved expansion of distance education up to 100% of total degree programs
New Mexico
Financial Panel Recommendation
San Juan College, Farmington, NM
- Concurred with recommendation of Financial Panel, affirming that the institution continues to address its financial issues
Campus Evaluation Visit
National American University, Rapid City, SD
- Affirmed quality of campus at National American University-Albuquerque West, 10131 Coors Blvd., NW, Suite I-01, Albuquerque, NM 87114
Ohio
Reaffirmation of Accreditation (PEAQ)
Malone University, Canton, OH
Financial Panel Recommendation
Hocking College, Nelsonville, OH
- Concurred with recommendation of Financial Panel and approved a monitoring report due 4/15/13 on finances that addresses the specific concerns noted in the Financial Panel Analysis of 11/9/12
Approval of Request for Change
Athenaeum of Ohio, Cincinnati, OH
- Approved to convert from a quarter to semester calendar
Franciscan University of Steubenville, Steubenville, OH
- Approved initiation and expansion of distance education up to 20% of total degree programs
Mercy College of Ohio, Toledo, OH
- Approved the Bachelor of Science in Human Biology
Tiffin University, Tiffin, OH
- Approved the Bachelor of Science in Forensic
Denied Request for Change
Xavier University, Cincinnati, OH
- Denied request for initiation of distance education up to 5% of total degree programs
- Denied request to offer the Master in Coaching Education and Athlete Development
Oklahoma
Reaffirmation of Accreditation (PEAQ)
Bacone College, Muskogee, OK
University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
South Dakota
Campus Evaluation Visit
National American University, Rapid City, SD
- Affirmed quality of campus at National American University-Albuquerque West, 10131 Coors Blvd., NW, Suite I-01, Albuquerque, NM 87114
Approval of Request for Change
National American University, Rapid City, SD
- Approved to offer a certificate in Community College Leadership at the doctoral level
West Virginia
Financial Panel Recommendation
Glenville State College, Glenville, WV
- Concurred with recommendation of Financial Panel, affirming that the institution continues to address its financial issues
Approval of Request for Change
Marshall University, Huntington, WV
- Approved the Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D)
Wisconsin
Financial Panel Recommendation
Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design, Milwaukee, WI
- Concurred with recommendation of Financial Panel, affirming that the institution continues to address its financial issues
Reaffirmation of Accreditation (PEAQ)
Mount Mary College, Milwaukee, WI
Approval of Request for Change
Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwa Community College, Hayward, WI
- Approved additional location at Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwa Community College - Lac du Flambeau 583 Peace Pipe Road, Lac du Flambeau, WI 54538
The Institutional Actions Council of the Higher Learning Commission approved the following actions on December 19, 2012.
Arkansas
Reaffirmation of Accreditation (AQIP)
Pulaski Technical College, North Little Rock, AR
Southeast Arkansas College, Pine Bluff, AR
Illinois
Reaffirmation of Accreditation (AQIP)
City Colleges of Chicago-Wilbur Wright College, Chicago, IL
National Louis University, Chicago, IL
Focused Visit
Resurrection University, Chicago, IL
- Affirmed the findings of the Focused Evaluation team
Campus Evaluation Visit
Resurrection University, Chicago, IL
- Affirmed the quality of the new main campus at Saints Mary & Elizabeth Medical Center, 1431 N. Claremont Avenue, Chicago, IL 60622
Staff Action Recommendation
Resurrection University, Chicago, IL
- Approved the teach-out plan of the main campus, 3 Erie Court, Oak Park, IL 60302
Approval of Request for Change
DePaul University, Chicago, IL
- Approved the Doctor of Nursing Practice
Indiana
Reaffirmation of Accreditation (AQIP)
Calumet College of St. Joseph, Whiting, IN
Iowa
Reaffirmation of Accreditation (AQIP)
Dordt College, Sioux Center, IA
Kirkwood Community College, Cedar Rapids, IA
Kansas
Reaffirmation of Accreditation (AQIP)
Seward County Community College/Area Technical School, Liberal, KS
Michigan
Reaffirmation of Accreditation (AQIP)
Baker College, Flint, MI
Schoolcraft College, Livonia, MI
Denial of Request for Change
Grace Bible College, Grand Rapids, MI
- Denied request to offer the Associate of Arts in Business and the Bachelor of Science in Business Management
- Denied expansion of distance education up to 100% of total degree programs
Minnesota
Reaffirmation of Accreditation (AQIP)
Hibbing Community College, Hibbing, MN
Normandale Community College, Bloomington, MN
Missouri
Reaffirmation of Accreditation (AQIP)
Mineral Area College, Park Hills, MO
Southeast Missouri State University, Cape Girardeau, MO
New Mexico
Reaffirmation of Accreditation (AQIP)
Santa Fe Community College, Santa Fe, NM
North Dakota
Reaffirmation of Accreditation (AQIP)
Williston State College, Williston, ND
Ohio
Reaffirmation of Accreditation (AQIP)
Columbus State Community College, Columbus, OH
Kettering College, Kettering, OH
Lakeland Community College, Kirtland, OH
Owens Community College, Perrysburg, OH
Stark State College, North Canton, OH
The Institutional Actions Council of the Higher Learning Commission approved the following actions on December 17, 2012.
Indiana
Continued Candidacy
Harrison College, Indianapolis, IN
Ohio
Wilberforce University, Wilberforce, OH
- Approved a focused visit on finances in fall 2013 to address the areas identified in the Financial Panel review
Wisconsin
Reaffirmation of Accreditation (PEAQ)
Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwa Community College, Hayward, WI
The Institutional Actions Council of the Higher Learning Commission approved the following actions on December 3, 2012.
Arkansas
Approval of Request for Change
College of the Ouachitas, Malvern, AR
- Approved contractual arrangement between College of the Ouachitas and the National Apprenticeship Training Foundation to offer the Electrical Apprenticeship program
Harding University, Searcy, AR
- Approved expansion of distance education up to 20% of total degree programs
Southern Arkansas University Tech, Camden, AR
- Approved to reduce the Practical Nursing Program from 49 to 41 credit hours.
Arizona
Advisory Visit
Everest College Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ
- Affirmed findings of Advisory Visit
Colorado
Staff Action Recommendation
Colorado Technical University, Colorado Springs, CO
- Accepted staff action recommendation to extend reaffirmation cycle from 10 to 11 years
Illinois
Approval of Request for Change
Benedictine University, Lisle, IL
- Approved new campus: Benedictine University at Mesa, 225 East Main Street, Mesa, AZ 85201
Concordia University Chicago, River Forest, IL
- Approved expansion of distance education up to 100% of total degree programs
Illinois Eastern Community Colleges, Olney, IL
- Approved expansion of distance education up to 100% of total degree programs
John Marshall Law School, Chicago, IL
- Approved expansion of distance education up to 20% of total degree programs
Robert Morris University-Illinois, Chicago, IL
- Approved the Bachelor of Science in Accounting
Indiana
Approval of Request for Change
Indiana Institute of Technology, Fort Wayne, IN
- Approved participation in the Commission’s Expedited Desk Review program for additional locations
Iowa
Staff Action Recommendation
Simpson College, Indianola, IA
- Accepted staff action recommendation
Approval of Request for Change
Iowa Wesleyan College, Mt. Pleasant, IA
- Approved initiation of distance education up to 5% of total degree programs
Kansas
Denied Request for Change
Baker University, Baldwin City, KS
- Denied request to offer the Master in Management in Information Systems
Approval of Request for Change
Central Baptist Theological Seminary, Shawnee, KS
- Approved additional location: CBTS – Ann Arbor, 517 East Washington Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Michigan
Campus Evaluation Visit
Thomas M. Cooley Law School, Lansing, MI
- Affirm the quality of the main campus at Tampa Bay Campus, 9445 Camden Field Parkway, Riverview, FL 33578
Approval of Request for Change
Muskegon Community College, Muskegon, MI
- Approved additional locations: Newaygo County Regional Education Service Center (NCRESA), 4747 W 48th Street, Fremont, MI 49412; Grand Haven Community Center, 421 Columbus Street, Grand Haven, MI 49417
Northwestern Michigan College, Traverse City, MI
- Approved additional location, Northwestern Michigan College – University Center Campus, 2200 Dendrinos Drive, Traverse City, MI 49686
Robert B. Miller College, Battle Creek, MI
- Approved initiation of distance education up to 5% of total degree programs
Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI
- Approved additional location: Parker Hannifin Corporation, 2220 Palmer Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI 49001
Minnesota
Approval of Request for Change
Minneapolis College of Art and Design, Minneapolis, MN
- Approved initiation and expansion of distance education up to 20% of total degree programs which includes the offering of the Master of Arts in Sustainable Design and the Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Interactive Design
Missouri
Approval of Request for Change
Central Methodist University, Fayette, MO
- Approved initiation and expansion of distance education up to 20% of total degree programs
Nebraska
Approval of Request for Change
Clarkson College, Omaha, NE
- Approved the Doctor of Nursing Practice and the Doctor in Health Care Education and Leadership
Nebraska Indian Community College, Macy, NE
- Approved teach-out plan for the Santee Campus at 425 Frazier Ave. North, Suite 1, Niobrara, NE 68760 and the institution’s request to open the Santee Campus at 415 North River Road, Niobrara NE 68760
New Mexico
Approval of Request for Change
Navajo Technical College, Crownpoint, NM
- Approved the Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science and Natural Resources
Navajo Technical College, Crownpoint, NM
- Approved additional location: Four Corners Regional NTC, HWY 160 BIA School Road # 5114, Teec Nos Pos, AZ 86514
North Dakota
Approval of Request for Change
Dickinson State University, Dickinson, ND
- Approved contractual arrangement between Dickinson State University and Global Equine Academy to offer the Certificate in Equine Training, the Certificate in Equine Management, and a minor in Equine Science
Ohio
Reaffirmation of Accreditation (PEAQ)
God’s Bible School and College, Cincinnati, OH
Staff Action Recommendation
Chancellor University, Seven Hills, OH
- Accepted staff action recommendation
Approval of Request for Change
Antioch University, Yellow Springs, OH
- Approved expansion of distance education up to 100% of total degree programs
Central Ohio Technical College, Newark, OH
- Approved contractual arrangement between each of the colleges listed below and IBEW/NECA Electrical Trades Apprenticeship Program to offer a Technical Associate Degree
- Central Ohio Technical College
- Columbus State Community College
- Cuyahoga Community College
- Eastern Gateway Community College
- Lakeland Community College
- Lorain County Community College
- North Central State College
- Northwest State Community College
- Owens Community College
- Sinclair Community College
- Washington State Community College
Clark State Community College, Springfield, OH
- Approved contractual arrangements between Clark State Community College and Mad River Air LLC to offer the Associate of Arts in Aviation and between Clark State Community College and Middletown Regional Flight Training Institute, LLC, Champion City Aviation to offer the Associate of Science in Aviation
- Approved contractual arrangements between Clark State Community College and the Advanced Technical Intelligence Center for Human Capital Development (ATIC) to offer the associate degree in Advanced Technical Intelligence and the Advanced Technical
Intelligence Certificate
Stark State College, North Canton, OH
- Approved consortial arrangement between Stark State College and Lorain County Community College for the one-year Massage Therapy Certificate and the Massage Therapy associate degree
Stark State College, North Canton, OH
- Approved contractual arrangement with Ariel Corporation for the Associate of Technical Studies in Precision Machining, the one-year Technical Certificate in Precision Machining, the Associate of Technical Studies in Advanced Mechanical Assembly and Coatings, and the one-year Technical Certificate in Advanced Mechanical Assembly and Coatings
University of Dayton, Dayton, OH
- Approved to close the location at 2199 Main Street, Columbus, OH 43209 and open a new additional location at the University of Dayton - Emerald Professional Building at 5747 Perimeter Drive, Dublin, OH 43017
Wright State University, Dayton, OH
- Approved expansion of distance education up to 20% of total degree programs
Oklahoma
Approval of Request for Change
Mid-America Christian University, Oklahoma City, OK
- Approved the Master of Ministry
Rogers State University, Claremore, OK
- Approved initiation of distance education up to 100% of total degree programs
Southeastern Oklahoma State University, Durant, OK
- Approved initiation and expansion of distance education up to 100% of total degree programs
Southwestern Christian University, Bethany, OK
- Approved initiation of distance education up to 5% of total degree programs
South Dakota
Staff Action Recommendation
National American University, Rapid City, SD
- Accepted staff action recommendation
Campus Evaluation Visits
National American University, Rapid City, SD
- Affirm the quality of the campus at Georgetown Campus, 1013 W. University Avenue, Building F27A, Georgetown, TX 78628
National American University, Rapid City, SD
- Affirm the quality of the main campus at Richardson Campus, 300 N. Coit Road, Suite 225, Richardson, TX 75080
West Virginia
Staff Action Recommendation
Future Generations Graduate School, Franklin, WV
- Accepted staff action recommendation
Approval of Request for Change
American Public University System, Charles Town, WV
- Approved the Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
University of Charleston, Charleston, WV
- Approved expansion of distance education up to 20% of total degree programs
- Approved request to offer the following degrees:
- Associate of Science in Radiology Technology
- Associate of Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography
- Bachelor of Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography
- Associate of Science in Occupational Therapy Assistant
- Associate of Science in Culinary Arts
- Bachelor of Science in Culinary Arts
- Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership
- Bachelor of Social Work
- Master of Science in Strategic Leadership
- Doctor of Executive Leadership
- Approved three additional locations: University of Charleston – Beckley (UC-Beckley), 609 South Kanawha Street, Beckley, WV 25801-5624; University of Charleston – Martinsburg (UC-Martinsburg), Tanger Center, 214 Viking Way, Martinsburg, WV 25401; University of Charleston – Martinburg (UC-Martinsburg), Martinsburg Mall, 800 Foxcroft Avenue, Martinsburg, WV 25401-1829
Wisconsin
Approval of Request for Change
Lakeland College, Sheboygan, WI
- Approved the Bachelor of Arts in Communication
Milwaukee Area Technical College, Milwaukee, WI
- Approved additional location, MEC South Building, 816 W National Avenue, Milwaukee
Nicolet Area Technical College, Rhinelander, WI
- Approved additional location at Southwest Technical College, 1800 Bronson Blvd, Fennimore, WI 53813 and to offer the Associate of Arts (AA) and Associate of Science (AS) degrees at this location
University of Wisconsin - Green Bay, Green Bay, WI
- Approved consortial arrangement among University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh, University of Wisconsin - Parkside, University of Wisconsin - Stout, University of Wisconsin - Superior and the University of Wisconsin - Extension to offer the Master of Science in Sustainable Management via distance education
Denied Request for Change
Maranatha Baptist Bible College, Watertown, WI
- Denied request to offer the Master of Education
The Institutional Actions Council of the Higher Learning Commission approved the following actions on December 3, 2012.
Additional Location Approval
Arizona
University of Phoenix, Tempe, AZ
- Additional Location in North Little Rock, AR
- Additional Location in Colorado Springs, CO
- Additional Location in New Castle, DE
- Additional Location in Greeley, CO
- Additional Location in Denver, CO
- Additional Location in Fort Lauderdale, FL
- Additional Location in Sarasota, FL
- Additional Location in Covington, LA
- Additional Location in St. Paul, MN
- Additional Location in Arlington, TX
- Additional Location in El Paso, TX
- Additional Location in Palm Beach, FL
- Additional Location in Orland Park, IL
- Additional Location in Marlborough, MA
- Additional Location in Warrenville, IL
Colorado
Regis University, Denver, CO
- Additional Location in Lafayette, CO
Illinois
Aurora University, Aurora, IL
- Additional Location Gages Lake, IL
Governors State University, University Park, IL
- Additional Location in Chicago, IL
- Additional Location in Chicago Heights, IL
- Additional Location in Oak Lawn, IL
Illinois State University, Normal, IL
- Additional Location in Chicago, IL
National Louis University, Chicago, IL
- Additional Location in Chicago, IL
- Additional Location in Chicago, IL
- Additional Location in Chicago, IL
- Additional Location in Chicago, IL
- Additional Location in Arlington Heights, IL
- Additional Location in Arlington Heights, IL
- Additional Location in Glendale Heights, IL
- Additional Location in Naperville, IL
- Additional Location in Naperville, IL
- Additional Location in Naperville, IL
- Additional Location in Cicero, IL
- Additional Location in Glen Ellyn, IL
- Additional Location in Justice, IL
Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL
- Additional Location in Lisle, IL
- Additional Location in Glencoe, IL
Indiana
Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion, IN
- Additional Location in Indianapolis, IN
- Additional Location in Winchester, IN
Minnesota
Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota, Winona, MN
- Additional Location in Aitkin, MN
- Additional Location in Albert Lea, MN
- Additional Location in Buffalo, MN
- Additional Location in Faribault, MN
- Additional Location in Onamia, MN
- Additional Location in St. Clair, MN
- Additional Location in Eau Claire, MN
Missouri
Columbia College, Columbia, MO
- Additional Location in Syracuse, NY
- Additional Location in Fort Sill, OK
Missouri State University, Springfield, MO
- Additional Location in Cassville, MO
- Additional Location in Joplin, MO
- Additional Location in Nevada, MO
- Additional Location in Springfield, MO
Webster University, St. Louis, MO
- Additional Location in Buckley AFB, CO
- Additional Location in Fort Carson, Co
- Additional Location in Schriever AFB, CO
- Additional Location in Mountain Home AFB
Missouri
Cardinal Stritch University, Milwaukee, WI
- Additional Location in Albert Lea, MN
- Additional Location in Austin, MN
- Added Additional Location in Owatonna, MN
Certificates Approved
Michigan
Northwestern Michigan College, Ann Arbor, MI
- Recording Arts Technology/Technician
New Mexico
Navajo Technical College, Crownpoint, NM
Ohio
Northwest State Community College, Archbold, OH
- Welding Technology/Welder
Wisconsin
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College, Green Bay, WI
The Board of Trustees of the Higher Learning Commission took the following actions on November 1, 2012.
Arizona
Phoenix Seminary, Granted Initial Accreditation
Illinois
Morton College, Placed on Notice
Institution notified on November 12, 2012. Information for the public posted by the Commission on November 12, 2012.
Resurrection University, Removed from on Notice
Iowa
Waldorf College, Removed Stipulations from Accreditation Status
Missouri
Kansas City Art Institute, Placed on Notice
Institution notified on November 12, 2012. Information posted by the Commission on November 12, 2012.
Nebraska
Midland University, Placed on Notice
Institution notified on November 13, 2012. Information for the public posted by the Commission on November 13, 2012.
Oklahoma
College of the Muscogee Nation, Granted Candidate for Accreditation Status
Comanche Nation College, Granted Candidate for Accreditation Status
West Virginia
West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine, Granted Candidate for Accreditation Status
The Institutional Actions Council of the Higher Learning Commission approved the following actions on October 22, 2012.
Arkansas
Reaffirmation of Accreditation (AQIP)
NorthWest Arkansas Community College, Bentonville, AR
Southern Arkansas University Tech, Camden, AR
Approval of Request for Change
Arkansas State University, State University, AR
- Extended reaffirmation cycle by one year, from 2012-13 to 2013-14
University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton, Morrilton, AR
- Approved initiation of distance education up to 100% of total degree programs
University of Arkansas at Monticello, Monticello, AR
- Approved the Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing
Arizona
Approval of Request for Change
Maricopa Community Colleges - Glendale Community College, Glendale, AZ
- Approved additional locations: Arizona Law Enforcement Academy 10001 S. 15th Ave Phoenix, AZ 85041; Buckeye Fire Department/Glendale Community College Training Tower 115 S. 7th St., Buckeye, AZ 85326; Glendale Regional Public Safety Training Center 11550 W. Glendale Ave., Glendale, AZ 85307
Northland Pioneer College, Holbrook, AZ
- Approved initiation of distance education up to 100% of total degree programs
Thunderbird School of Global Management, Glendale, AZ
- Approved additional location at SABIC Academy, Saudi Basic Industries Corporation, 5101 Riyadh 11422, Saudi Arabia
Illinois
Campus Evaluation Visit
Chamberlain College of Nursing, Downers Grove, IL
- Affirmed the quality of Chamberlain College of Nursing’s campus at 5775 Peachtree Dunwoody Road, Bldg A, Atlanta, GA 30342
Approval of Request for Change
DePaul University, Chicago, IL
- Approved additional location at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, 3333 North Green Bay Road, North Chicago, IL, 60064
Greenville College, Greenville, IL
- Approved the Master of Arts program at the existing Lewis and Clark Community College additional location in Edwardsville, IL
Oakton Community College, Des Plaines, IL
- Approved the 60-credit Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree and a 24-credit certificate in Paralegal Studies
Sauk Valley Community College, Dixon, IL
- Approved the Associate of Applied Science in Fire Science and the Fire Science certificate programs
Indiana
Reaffirmation of Accreditation (AQIP)
Franklin College, Franklin, IN
Approval of Request for Change
American College of Education, Indianapolis, IN
- Approved the Ed.D. in Leadership and the Education Specialist (Ed.S.)
Harrison College, Indianapolis, IN
- Approved request to open a new campus: The Chef’s Academy, 2001 Carrington Mill Boulevard, Morrisville, NC 27560
Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion, IN
- Approved request to offer the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
Iowa
Reaffirmation of Accreditation (AQIP)
Southeastern Community College, West Burlington, IA
Approval of Request for Change
AIB College of Business, Des Moines, IA
- Approved request for a change in mission and to offer the Bachelor of Science in Contemporary Business Communications and the Bachelor of Science in Sports and Event Management
Clarke University, Dubuque, IA
- Approved the Masters in Organizational Leadership program.
University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, IA
- Approved the closing of the location at Unit 202, 2/F, Shopping Arcade, 25 Harbour Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong and the opening of an additional location at Units 31-33, 1/F., Tower 1 South Seas Centre, 75 Mody Road, Tsimshatsui East, Hong Kong
University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, IA
- Approved additional locations: Vermeer Pavilion 2110 Vermeer Rd. E., Pella, IA 50219; Central College 401 Broadway St., Pella, IA 50219
Michigan
Approval of Request for Change
Oakland University, Rochester, MI
- Approved expansion of distance education up to 20% of total degree programs
Minnesota
Approval of Request for Change
Minnesota State University, Mankato, Mankato, MN
- Approved expansion of distance education up to 20% of total degree programs
Missouri
Staff Action Recommendation
William Woods University, Fulton, MO
- Approved the change in stipulation
Approval of Request for Change
Columbia College, Columbia, MO
- Approved additional location at Columbia College – Malta, 220 St Paul Street, Valletta VLT 1217, Malta.
Lindenwood University, St. Charles, MO
- Approved expansion of distance education up to 20% of total degree programs
Rockhurst University, Kansas City, MO
- Approved consortial arrangement with the University of Missouri-Kansas City for the Bachelor of Science Degrees in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, and Information Technology
William Woods University, Fulton, MO
- Approved initiation of distance education up to 5% of total degree programs
Nebraska
Staff Action Recommendation
Bellevue University, Bellevue, NE
- Accepted the change stipulation
New Mexico
Approval of Request for Change
Clovis Community College, Clovis, NM
- Approved initiation of distance education up to 20% of total degree programs
North Dakota
Approval of Request for Change
Lake Region State College, Devils Lake, ND
- Approved expansion of distance education up to 100% of total degree programs
Ohio
Denied Request for Change
Cincinnati Christian University, Cincinnati, OH
- Denied request to offer the Master of Christian Ministries
Oklahoma
Staff Action Recommendation
University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Approved the extension of one year to the reaffirmation cycle from 2011-12 to 2012-13
South Dakota
Focused Visit
National American University, Rapid City, SD
- Affirmed the findings of the Focused Evaluation team
Campus Evaluation Visits
National American University, Rapid City, SD
- Affirmed the quality of the campus at 3906 East Frontage Hwy 52 Road NW, Rochester, MN 55902
National American University, Rapid City, SD
- Affirmed the quality of the main campus at 5301 S. Highway 16, Rapid City, SD 57701
Approval of Request for Change
National American University, Rapid City, SD
- Approved new branch campus: Indianapolis Campus, 3600 Woodview Trace, Indianapolis, IN 46268, Location to open: July 30, 2012
South Dakota State University, Brookings, SD
- Approved participation in the Commission’s Notification Program for additional locations
West Virginia
Approval of Request for Change
Bridgemont Community and Technical College, Montgomery, WV
- Approved the initiation and expansion of distance education up to 20% of total degree programs
Glenville State College, Greenville, WV
- Approved initiation and expansion of distance education up to 20% of total degree programs
Kanawha Valley Community and Technical College, Institute, WV
- Approved teach-out plan for the main campus in Institute, WV and approved new main campus at 2000 Union Carbide Drive, South Charleston, WV 25303
West Virginia State University, Institute, WV
- Approved the Masters in Education (M. Ed.) in Multicultural Instructional Leadership program.
Wisconsin
Staff Action Recommendation
Saint Norbert College, De Pere, WI
- Approved the additional location at 5825 Coors Blvd, Albuquerque, NM 87121
Reaffirmation of Accreditation (PEAQ)
Wisconsin School of Professional Psychology, Milwaukee, WI
- Approval of Request for Change
Edgewood College, Madison, WI
- Approved initiation of distance education up to 20% of total degree programs
Fox Valley Technical College, Appleton, WI
- Approved additonal location at Wildland Fire Training Center, 4902 N. Lynndale Drive, Appleton, WI 54913
Lakeland College, Sheboygan, WI
- Approved additional locations at Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) Support Services Center 6620 W. Capitol Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53216; Madison Center 1650 Pankratz Street, Madison, WI 53704
Wyoming
Reaffirmation of Accreditation (AQIP)
Laramie County Community College, Cheyenne, WY
The Institutional Actions Council of the Higher Learning Commission approved the following actions on October 22, 2012.
Additional Location Approval
Illinois
DeVry University, Downers Grove, IL
- Additional Location in Folsom, CA
Olivet Nazarene University, Bourbonnais, IL
- Additional Location in Dolton, Il
- Additional Location in Danville, IL
- Additional Location in Glendale Heights, IL
Robert Morris University-Illinois, Chicago, IL
- Additional Location in Orland Park, IL
Indiana
Huntington University, Huntington, IN
- Additional Location in Fort Wayne, IN
Oakland City University, Oakland City, IN
- Additional Location in Petersburg, IN
Michigan
Baker College, Flint, MI
- Additional Location East Lansing, MI
Minnesota
College of Saint Scholastica, Duluth, MN
- Additional Locations in Cloquet, MN
Ohio
Stark Stark College, North Canton, OH
- Additional Location in Brunswick, OH
- Additional Location Carrolton, OH
- Additional Location Mount Vernon, OH
West Virginia
Marshall University, Huntington, WV
- Additional Location in Huntington, WV
Certificates Approved
Colorado
Community College of Aurora, Aurora, CO
- Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Michigan
Rochester College, Rochester Hills, MI
- Physical Fitness Technician
Washtenaw Community College, Ann Arbor, MI
- Cabinetmaking and Millwork
- Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
- Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
Oklahoma
Southwestern Oklahoma State University, Weatherford, OK
- Hospitality Administration/Management, General
The Board of Trustees of the Higher Learning Commission took the following action on October 3, 2012.
Ohio
Chancellor University, Acted to accept the withdrawal of the University from affiliation with the Commission effective October 11, 2013, on which date its accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission will cease
The Institutional Actions Council of the Higher Learning Commission approved the following actions on September 10, 2012.
Arkansas
Reaffirmation of Accreditation (PEAQ)
Black River Technical College, Pocahontas, AR
Lyon College, Batesville, AR
Financial Panel Recommendation
Lyon College, Batesville, AR
- Accepted recommendation of the Financial Panel, affirming that the institution continues to address its financial issues
Approval of Request for Change
Black River Technical College, Pocahontas, AR
- Approved expansion of distance education up to 100% of total degree programs
Arizona
Approval of Request for Change
Maricopa Community Colleges - Glendale Community College, Glendale, AZ
- Approved initiation of distance education up to 100% of total degree programs
Maricopa Community Colleges-Mesa Community College, Mesa, AZ
- Approved additional locations: Downtown Center 145 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201; Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Center 7440 E. Tahoe Avenue, Mesa, AZ 85212; Mesa Fire Department Training Facility 3260 N. 40th Street, Mesa AZ 85215
University of Phoenix, Tempe, AZ
- Approved to close the Des Moines branch campus and to open a new campus at Des Moines Campus, 317 6th Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50309
Colorado
Focused Visit
Naropa University, Boulder, CO
- Affirmed findings of focused visit team
Approval of Request for Change
University of Colorado Boulder, Boulder, CO
- Approved initiation of distance education up to 5% of total degree programs
University of Colorado Denver, Denver, CO
- Approved teach-out plan for the Anschutz Medical Campus – Bard Center at 535 16th St., Denver, CO 80202
- Approved additional location: Business School Building, 1475 Lawrence Street, Denver, CO 80202
Illinois
Reaffirmation of Accreditation (PEAQ)
Knowledge Systems Institute, Skokie, IL
Campus Evaluation Visit
Chamberlain College of Nursing, Downers Grove, IL
- Affirmed the findings of the Campus Evaluation Visit that assured the quality of Chamberlain College of Nursing’s campus at 11025 Equity Drive, Houston, TX 77041
Approval of Request for Change
American InterContinental University, Schaumburg, IL
- Approved the Bachelor of Health Care Management
Chamberlain College of Nursing, Downers Grove, IL
- Approved new campus: Chamberlain College of Nursing - Cleveland, 6700 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44103
Oakton Community College, Des Plaines, IL
- Approved initiation of distance education up to 100% of total degree programs
Southern Illinois University Carbondale, Carbondale, IL
- Approved additional location at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, MO: BJC Center for lifelong Learning, 8300 Eager Road, Suite 200A Saint Louis, MO 63144
Denied Request for Change
Judson University, Elgin, IL
Denied request to offer the Master in Business Administration
Indiana
Approval of Request for Change
Indiana University Southeast, New Albany, IN
- Approved to close the location at 702 North Shore Drive, Jeffersonville, IN 47130 and open an additional location at Water Tower Square, 300 Missouri Avenue, Jeffersonville, IN 47130
Iowa
Reaffirmation of Accreditation (PEAQ)
Waldorf College, Forest City, IA
Approval of Request for Change
Northwest Iowa Community College, Sheldon, IA
- Approved initiation of distance education up to 20% of total degree programs
Michigan
Approval of Request for Change
Central Michigan University, Mount Pleasant, MI
- Approved the Doctor of Medicine
Minnesota
Approval of Request for Change
College of Saint Benedict, Saint Joseph, MN
- Approved to move comprehensive evaluation for reaffirmation of accreditation to 2017-18
Mesabi Range Community and Technical College, Virginia, MN
- Approved additional location at Two Harbors High School, 1640 Highway 2, Two Harbors, MN 55616
Saint John's University, Collegeville, MN
- Approved to move comprehensive evaluation for reaffirmation of accreditation to 2017-18
Denied Request for Change
Concordia University, St. Paul, St. Paul, MN
- Approved the Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) degree
- Denied request to offer the Educational Doctorate (Ed.D.) degree
Missouri
Focused Visit
Saint Luke's College of Health Sciences, Kansas City, MO
- Affirmed findings of focused visit team
Financial Panel Recommendation
Central Bible College, Springfield, MO
- Accepted recommendation of the Financial Panel, affirming that the institution continues to address its financial issues
Approval of Request for Change
Missouri Southern State University, Joplin, MO
- Approved additional location at Crowder College, 601 Laclede Ave., Neosho, MO 64850
Saint Luke's College of Health Sciences, Kansas City, MO
- Approved the Master of Science in Nursing
- Approved expansion of distance education up to 100% of total degree programs
Nebraska
Staff Action Recommendation
Western Nebraska Community College, Scottsbluff, NE
- Approved recommendation to narrow the scope of the required progress report due 3/1/13
Ohio
Reaffirmation of Accreditation (PEAQ)
Art Academy of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH
Financial Panel Recommendation
Trinity Lutheran Seminary, Columbus, OH
- Accepted recommendation of the Financial Panel, affirming that the institution continues to address its financial issues
United Theological Seminary, Dayton, OH
- Accepted recommendation of the Financial Panel, affirming that the institution continues to address its financial issues
Winebrenner Theological Seminary, Findlay, OH
- Modified team’s recommendation and required a focused visit on finances, planning, and enrollment in Spring 2013
Approval of Request for Change
Miami University, Oxford, OH
- Approved initiation of distance education up to 5% of total degree programs
South Dakota
Campus Evaluation Visit
National American University, Rapid City, SD
- Affirmed the findings of the Campus Evaluation Visit that assured the quality of National American University’s campus at 1030 Wolfrom Road, Weldon Springs, MO 63304
Financial Panel Recommendation
Sinte Gleska University, Mission, SD
- Approved the Focused Visit on finances. The visit will occur in conjunction with the comprehensive evaluation in 2012-13
Sioux Falls Seminary, Sioux Falls, SD
- Approved the Monitoring Report due 1/31/13 on finances that addresses the specific concerns noted in the Financial Panel analysis of 8/10/12
West Virginia
Financial Panel Recommendation
Future Generations Graduate School, Franklin, WV
- Approved the monitoring report due 12/31/12 on finances that addresses the specific concerns noted in the Financial Panel Analysis of 8/10/12
Approval of Request for Change
Mountwest Community and Technical College, Huntington, WV
- Approved to close the main campus at its current location and to open a new main campus at 2205 Fifth Street Road, Huntington, WV 25701
The Institutional Actions Council of the Higher Learning Commission approved the following actions on September 10, 2012.
Additional Location Approval
Arizona
Maricopa Community Colleges-Rio Salado CC, Tempe, AZ
- Additional Location in Anthem, AZ
- Additional Location in Phoenix, AZ
- Additional Location in Glendale, AZ
- Additional Location in Phoenix, AZ
- Additional Location in Tempe, AZ
- Additional Location in Tempe, AZ
- Additional Location in Phoenix, AZ
- Additional Location in Glendale, AZ
- Additional Location in Phoenix, AZ
- Additional Location in Mesa, AZ
- Additional Location in Phoenix, AZ
- Additional Location in Tempe, AZ
- Additional Location in Phoenix, AZ
- Additional Location in Phoenix, AZ
University of Phoenix in Tempe, AZ
- Additional Location in South Korea
- Additional Location in South Korea
- Additional Location in Mesa, AZ
- Additional Location in Mesa, AZ
- Additional Location in Phoenix, AZ
- Additional Location in Benson, AZ
- Additional Location in Fresno, CA
- Additional Location in Fort Carson, CO
Illinois
Aurora University, Aurora, IL
- Additional Location in Ottawa, Il
- Additional Location in Yorkville, IL
- Modified location in Belvidere, IL
Benedictine University, Lisle, IL
- Additional Location in Bolingbrook, IL
Governors State University, University Park, IL
- Additional Location in Frankfort, IL
Illinois Eastern Community Colleges, Olney, IL
- Additional Location in Lawrenceville, IL
University of St. Francis, Joliet, IL
- Additional Location in Downer’s Grove, IL
- Additional Location in Joliet, IL
- Additional Location in Minooka, IL
- Additional Location in New Lenox, IL
- Additional Location in Wheaton, IL
- Additional Location in Yorkville, IL
- Additional Location in Plymouth Meeting, PA
Indiana
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana, Indianapolis, IN
- Additional Location in Columbus, IN
- Additional Location in Terra Haute, IN
Michigan
Spring Arbor University, Spring Arbor, MI
- Additional Location in Grand Rapids, MI
Missouri
Ozarks Technical Community College, Springfield, MO
- Additional Location in Waynesville, MO
State Fair Community College, Sedalia, MO
- Additional Location in Boonville, MO
William Woods University, Fulton, MO
- Additional Location in Cave City, AR
- Additional Location in Harrison, AR
Ohio
Ashland University, Ashland, OH
- Additional Location in Mansfield, OH
- Additional Location in Independence, OH
- Additional Location in Southfield, MI
West Virginia
Wheeling Jesuit University, Wheeling, WV
- Additional Location in New Martinsville, WV
Wisconsin
Concordia University, Wisconsin, Mequon, WI
- Additional Location in Sheboygan, WI
Certificates Approved
Arizona
Central Arizona College, Coolidge, AZ
- Engineering, Other (16 credit hours)
- Engineering, Other (18 credit hours)
Arkansas
Rich Mountain Community College, Mena, AR
- Industrial Technology/Technician
- Welding Technology/Welder
Colorado
Community College of Aurora, Aurora, CO
- Computer Science
- Front Range Community College, Westminster, CO
- Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant
Illinois
College of DuPage, Glen Ellyn, IL
- Teaching, Online Utilizing Technology
Indiana
Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion, IN
- Elementary and Middle School Administration/Principalship
North Dakota
Bismarck State College, Bismarck, ND
- Water Quality and Wastewater Treatment Management and Recycling
- Technology/Technician
United Tribes Technical College, Bismarck, ND
Wisconsin
Northcentral Technical College, Wausau, WI
- Agricultural Mechanics and Equipment/Machine Technology
Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College, Shell Lake, WI
- Communications Systems Installation and Repair Technology
- Machine Shop Technology/Assistant
- Medical Office Assistant/Specialist
