I'm looking into The New School as a possible college option, but I wanted to know if it's accredited? Any info would be helpful, thank you!
Yes, The New School is accredited! It is regionally accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE), which is one of the six regional accrediting organizations in the United States. Regional accreditation is considered the highest level of accreditation and is important for several reasons, including the ability to transfer credits between institutions and ensuring that your degree is recognized by employers and professional organizations.
The New School also has program-specific accreditations for certain departments and majors. For example, Parsons School of Design, which is a part of The New School, has additional accreditations from the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD). If you're interested in a specific program, it's a good idea to check if it has any special accreditations to ensure that the program meets a certain standard of quality and is recognized in the respective field.
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