The requirements leading to a degree or diploma. The designation of an educational institution as being of acceptable quality in criteria of excellence established by a recognized accrediting agency or association. A recognized accrediting agency or association is an organization that sets up criteria for judging the quality of training offered by educational institutions, determines the extent to which institutions must meet these criteria, and issues a list of the institutions, courses or educational programs found to be of acceptable quality. Agency is the designation usually given to the accrediting organizations, that work in the professional and technical schools, and association is the usual designation for those that operate on a regional basis at the secondary and higher levels.
Members voluntarily meet the criteria of membership as defined by the accrediting organization.
Regular attendance at class or classes is expected without other participation and without credit. A substantial examination, given at the conclusion of the course, based on the contents of the course and making a significant contribution to the determination of the final grade. The organizational unit of the University which offers an integrated program of advanced, specialized study beyond the bachelor's degree and usually toward a master's or doctoral degree. An individual's first acquired language of communication. The Colleges of Law, Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy.