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Institute of Technology

Accreditation

Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology holds institutional accreditation with the Higher Learning Commission, which is required for an institution to receive federal funding and for the students to obtain federally-backed student loans. The Action Letter is the certificate to verify this standing.
 

A Mission & Vision

We Are Land-Grant
Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology (OSUIT) strives to promote learning, advancement of knowledge, life enrichment, and economic development through hands-on education, industry partnerships, workforce training, community engagement, and innovation. We're dedicated to leading the way in creating a better Oklahoma, nation, and world.

Accreditation Information

Higher Learning Commission

The Higher Learning Commission (HLC) is an independent corporation founded in 1895 as one of six regional institutional accreditors in the United States. HLC accredits degree-granting post-secondary educational institutions.

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Accreditation History

OSUIT was first accredited in 1975 and participates in the Higher Learning Commission on a recurring basis and in accordance with its guidelines and standards. 

Accredited OSUIT Programs

OSUIT programs hold accreditation by professional associations and state agencies in addition to institutional accreditation. Specialized program accreditation sets standards and evaluates individual programs' ability to meet them, assuring stakeholders of quality and OSUIT's commitment to improvement.

Accreditation Criteria

The Higher Learning Commission uses the Criteria for Accreditation to evaluate whether an institution qualifies for accreditation or its renewal. Each of the five criteria includes core components, with some further broken down into subcomponents.

Specialized Accreditation

 

OSUIT holds accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission and is approved by several key agencies, including the Board of Regents for Oklahoma State University, the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education, and the Oklahoma State Accrediting Agency.

 

Many of our programs also have specialized accreditations from professional associations and state agencies. These accreditations ensure our programs meet industry standards, providing students and families with confidence in the quality of education and our commitment to continuous improvement.

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