Hey, I was just researching Lamar University and I wanted to ask if it's accredited. If so, what kind of accreditation do they have and would my degree be recognized by other institutions and employers?
Yes, Lamar University is accredited. It has regional accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), which is one of the six regional accrediting bodies in the United States. This type of accreditation is the most widely recognized and respected form of accreditation for colleges and universities.
A degree from Lamar University will be recognized by other institutions and employers due to this regional accreditation. SACSCOC accreditation ensures that the quality of education provided by Lamar University meets the standards established by the higher education community. It also means that if you ever need to transfer credits to another institution or pursue further education, your credits from Lamar University will likely be accepted by other accredited institutions.
In addition to regional accreditation, some of Lamar University's individual programs and departments may have specialized or programmatic accreditation from their respective professional organizations. This kind of accreditation focuses on specific fields of study or professions and is usually granted by organizations related to the subject area. If you're interested in a particular field of study, you may want to research whether Lamar University's program has any specific accreditation to ensure it meets the necessary standards for that field.
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