Bluefield State University is accredited as an institution of higher learning by The Higher Learning Commission. The Higher Learning Commission can be reached at 30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602; toll-free 1-800-621-7440; (https://www.hlcommission.org/)
Specialized Accreditations
Each program listed below is fully accredited and in good standing with their respective specialized accrediting body.
| COLLEGE | ACADEMIC PROGRAM | ACCREDITING BODY |
|---|---|---|
| W. Paul Cole, Jr. School of Business | B.S. Business Administration | Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs |
| Education, Humanities and Social Sciences | Elementary Education | Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation |
| Education, Humanities and Social Sciences | Middle Education | Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation |
| Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics | Engineering Technology | Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET |
| College of Health Science | Baccalaureate degree in Nursing | The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education |
| College of Health Science | Associate Degree in Nursing | Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing |
| College of Health Science | Associate of Radiologic Technology | Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology |
Resources
Open Pathway
2016 Mid-Cycle Assurance Review Letter from HLC
Self Study Report
2012 Comprehensive Action Letter from HLC
2011 HLC Self-Study Report from BSC
2004 HLC Monitoring Report for BSC