SACSCOC Accreditation

Georgia Highlands College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate and baccalaureate degrees. Georgia Highlands College also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Georgia Highlands College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).

Dental Hygiene Program Accreditation

GHC’s Dental Hygiene Program is accredited by the following agency:

AFFIRMING GHC’s ACCREDITATION

Oversight of continue improvement is the responsibility of the IESI Office. Included with that responsibility are appropriate correspondence, notifications and reporting to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Moreover, the Office directs the reaffirmation of accreditation and substantive change processes. These processes provide colleges and universities with an opportunity for reflection, honest assessment of strengths and weaknesses, along with a chance to develop strategies for continued improvement.

2018 SACSCOC Reaffirmation of Accreditation
About every ten years, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) member institutions are required to undergo a comprehensive internal and external review in order to receive reaffirmation of accreditation. Georgia Highlands College underwent its decennial review by SACSCOC in 2017-18. The Fifth Year Interim Review is scheduled for Fall 2023.