Accreditation is a process by which a facility's services and operations are examined by a third-party accrediting agency to determine if applicable standards are met. Should the facility meet the accrediting agency's standards, the facility receives accredited status from the accrediting agency.  Scientia will apply for accreditation from NIPSA, the National Independent Private School Association, and WASC, The Western Association of Schools and Colleges.

About NIPSA: The National Independent Private School Association exists to recognize, encourage and improve the quality of private school education and provide a structure for the improvement of educational programs. An Accredited Member is a status of membership that indicates the school is substantially accomplishing its stated goals and objectives and has given evidence that it is committed to continued growth and the pursuit of excellence. To learn more, please click here.

About WASC: The Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) is one of six official academic bodies responsible for the accreditation of public and private universities, colleges, secondary and elementary schools in the United States and foreign institutions of American origin. The Western Association of Schools and Colleges has jurisdiction over the states of California and Hawaii. To learn more, please click here.

The following are some additional links to online resources about the accreditation process and agencies:

US Department of Education Accreditation

State Regulation of Private Schools

Overview of the Accreditation Process in the US