How long does accreditation last?
Typically, once accreditation is earned, it is renewed on a seven-year cycle that involves an intensive self-study process conducted by the school, an on-site three-day visit by a team of professional educators, and on-site mid-point reviews in the form of a one-day, one-person visit. In some cases, accreditation is granted for five years, but the protocol is actually a ten-year cycle of activities. Some protocols accepted by Middle States (especially those that are collaborative in nature) are also structured differently. In all cases, the Commission clearly outlines the date of expiration and the maintenance requirements for continued accreditation of each school.
