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Accreditation and State Authorization Information
Accreditation
North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award certificates and baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of North Carolina A&T State University. SACSCOC (SACSCOC.ORG)
State Authorizations
State Authorization is a legal issue dealing with a university’s adherence to state requirements for universities to secure authorization to offer instruction in that state. Compliance with individual state requirements is now part of the Higher Education Opportunity Act of 2008, Amended in 2010. Institutions offering distance education courses or programs must provide current and prospective students with the contact information for filing complaints with the university, its accrediting agency, and the state agencies that handle complaints in the students' state of residence.
North Carolina A&T State University has been approved by the State of North Carolina to participate in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA). NC-SARA is a voluntary, agreement among its member states and U.S. territories that establishes comparable national standards for interstate offering of postsecondary distance education courses and programs. It is intended to make it easier for students to take online courses offered in other states, to give them confidence that programs in other states are properly authorized, and thus to improve the quality of online education.
The National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA) oversees SARA. Forty-nine (49) states (all except California) and the District of Columbia currently participate in NC-SARA, (NC-SARA Mission Statement). NC-SARA operates under the authority of four regional education compacts: the Midwestern Higher Education Compact, the New England Board of Higher Education, the Southern Regional Board, and the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education. North Carolina is one of 16 states in the Southern Regional Board compact.
North Carolina A&T State University was approved in August 2017 by SARA-North Carolina to participate in NC-SARA. Though California is not a member of SARA, North Carolina A&T State University is able to offer online education in this state by means of exemption from authorization.
For general inquiries regarding state authorization, please contact:
Telephone: 888-498-6752 or 336-256-0355
Email: distance@ncat.edu
Professional Licensure Disclosures
Professional Licensure Disclosure (AGED, Family Financial Planning, MAT, and RN-BSN Students Only)
North Carolina A&T State University participates in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (NC-SARA). Participation in NC-SARA allows the University to provide distance learning programs and coursework to residents of states and territories outside North Carolina. However, NC-SARA does not grant automatic reciprocity with other states or exempt N.C. A&T from the professional licensing requirements required by other states or territories.
If you reside outside of North Carolina and are interested in completing an online or distance-education program with North Carolina A&T State University that leads to a professional license or certification in your home state, it is imperative that you understand the regulations and requirements for your home state PRIOR to enrolling in any academic program.
Teacher Education (AGED and MAT Students Only)
N.C. A&T’s Teacher Education programs meet the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in North Carolina and are approved by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI). The University is in the process of determining the licensure requirements for its professional licensure programs but a determination has not been made on whether N.C. A&T’s Teacher Education programs meet state educational requirements for licensure or certification for the following states and territories.
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virgin Islands, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
For more information, contact the licensing board in your state of residence or the NC SARA Teacher Education Directory for information about licensing in your state.
Mailing Address
The mailing address for all program directors is:
North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University
1601 East Market Street
Greensboro, NC 27411
Program Contacts
| Program | Program Director | Email Address | Phone Number |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Education | Chastity English, Ph.D. | ckwarren@ncat.edu | 336-285-4819 |
| Master of Science in Agricultural Education | Chastity English, Ph.D. | ckwarren@ncat.edu | 336-285-4417 |
| Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) - Biology Education | Cailisha L. Petty, Ph.D. | mrspetty@ncat.edu | 336-285-4417 |
| Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) - Business Education | Cailisha L. Petty, Ph.D. | mrspetty@ncat.edu | 336-285-4417 |
| Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) - Chemistry Education | Cailisha L. Petty, Ph.D. | mrspetty@ncat.edu | 336-285-4417 |
| Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) - Elementary Education | Cailisha L. Petty, Ph.D. | mrspetty@ncat.edu | 336-285-4417 |
| Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) - English Education | Cailisha L. Petty, Ph.D. | mrspetty@ncat.edu | 336-285-4417 |
| Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) - Family and Consumer Sciences Education | Cailisha L. Petty, Ph.D. | mrspetty@ncat.edu | 336-285-4417 |
| Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) - History Education | Cailisha L. Petty, Ph.D. | mrspetty@ncat.edu | 336-285-4417 |
| Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) - Mathematics Education | Cailisha L. Petty, Ph.D. | mrspetty@ncat.edu | 336-285-4417 |
| Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) - Technology Education | Cailisha L. Petty, Ph.D. | mrspetty@ncat.edu | 336-285-4417 |
Learn more about professional licensure at https://www.nc-sara.org/resources/professional-licensure.
Family & Consumer Sciences (Family Financial Planning Students Only)
N.C. A&T’s Family and Consumer Sciences Family Financial Planning program meets the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in North Carolina and is approved by the Certified Financial Planning Board (CFP). The University is in the process of determining the licensure requirements for its professional licensure programs but a determination has not been made on whether N.C. A&T’s Family & Consumer Sciences program meets state educational requirements for licensure or certification for the following states and territories.
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virgin Islands, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
For more information, contact the licensing board in your state of residence about licensing in your state.
Mailing Address
The mailing address for all program directors is:
North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University
1601 East Market Street
Greensboro, NC 27411
Program Contact
| Program | Program Director | Email Address | Phone Number |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate in Family Financial Planning | Valerie McMillan, Ph.D. | vmcmilla@ncat.edu | 336-285-4859 |
Learn more about professional licensure at https://www.nc-sara.org/resources/professional-licensure.
Nursing (RN-BSN Students Only)
N.C. A&T’s Nursing program meets the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in North Carolina and is approved by the North Carolina Board of Nursing (NCBON) and the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). The University is in the process of determining the licensure requirements for its professional licensure programs but a determination has not been made on whether N.C. A&T’s Nursing program meets state educational requirements for licensure or certification for the following states and territories.
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virgin Islands, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
For more information, contact the licensing board in your state of residence or the NC SARA Nursing Directory for information about licensing in your state.
Mailing Address
The mailing address for all program directors is:
North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University
1601 East Market Street
Greensboro, NC 27411
Program Contact
| Program | Program Director | Email Address | Phone Number |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN Completion Option) | Sandra Blackstock, Ph.D. | nursing@ncat.edu | 336-334-7750 |
Learn more about professional licensure at https://www.nc-sara.org/resources/professional-licensure.
Professional Licensure Information for Campus-Based Programs can be found at https://online.ncat.edu/prof-licensure-campus-programs.html.
North Carolina A&T State University Student Complaint Procedure
North Carolina A&T State University desires to resolve student grievances, complaints, and concerns in an expeditious, fair, and amicable manner. Students residing outside of the State of North Carolina while attending North Carolina A&T State University who desire to resolve a grievance should follow the Steps for the Student Complaint Procedure and complete the University Student Complaint Form. If you have questions or need additional information, you may contact:
Melody C. Pierce, Ph.D. & Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs
Division of Student Affairs
Murphy Hall, Suite 100
1601 East Market Street
Greensboro, NC 27411
Telephone: 336-334-7696
Fax: 336-334-7103
Email: studaff@ncat.edu
Website: https://www.ncat.edu/campus-life/student-affairs/index.php
The University of North Carolina System Post-Secondary Education Student Complaint Procedure
If an issue cannot be resolved internally through the University's complaint procedure, you may file a complaint with the University of North Carolina System Office. Please review the Student Complaint Process, print and complete the Student Complaint Form and submit the complaint to:
North Carolina Post-Secondary Education Complaints
c/o Student Complaints
University of North Carolina System Office
910 Raleigh Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27515-2688
(919) 962-4558
Email: studentcomplaint@northcarolina.edu
Website: https://www.northcarolina.edu/post-secondary-education-complaints/
SACSCOC Complaint Procedure
If for some reason the complaint is not satisfactorily resolved, the next step would be to file a complaint with the University's accrediting agency. North Carolina A&T State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award certificates and baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Students who file a complaint with the accrediting agency should follow the SACSCOC Complaint Procedure. The contact information for SACSCOC is:
1866 Southern Lane
Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097
Telephone: 404-679-4500
Website: http://www.sacscoc.org
SARA-NC Student Complaint Process
Students may also file a complaint through SARA-NC. The primary objectives of SARA NC are to make it easier for institutions in North Carolina to provide online and distance education options to students in other states and to provide basic protections for those students. Students should follow the SARA-NC Student Complaint Process and use the SARA-NC Student Complaint Form.
SARA-NC Contact Information:
North Carolina State Education Assistance Authority (NCSEAA)
c/o SARA North Carolina Director
P.O. Box 41349
Raleigh, NC 27629
Toll-Free Telephone: (855) SARA-1-NC (727-2162)
Telephone: (919) 549-8614, Ext. 4667
Email: complaint@saranc.org
Website: www.saranc.org
State Contact Information
Pursuant to the United States Department of Education’s Program Integrity Rule, each institution of higher education is required to provide all prospective and current students with the contact information of the state agency or agencies that handle complaints against postsecondary education institutions offering distance education within that state. Students are encouraged to follow North Carolina A&T's Student Student Complaint Procedure and to utilize the University Student Complaint Form prior to filing a complaint with a state agency. To access a list of contact information for each state's post-secondary education licensing agency, please visit the State Contact Information for Online Students page.