Trine University accreditation continued for 10 years

The Higher Learning Commission (HLC), an independent agency that accredits degree-granting institutions throughout the United States, has continued and reaffirmed the accreditation of Trine University, with the next reaffirmation of accreditation set for 2035-36.

The organization’s Institutional Actions Committee reaffirmed Trine’s accreditation with no monitoring reports.

“I am so proud of the united efforts of so many during this important accreditation process. Our Trine University standard of excellence was recognized by the HLC visit team, who shared so many positive comments upon reviewing our extensive reports, quality assurance measures, interviews and student outcomes,” said Tony Kline, Ph.D., Trine University president. I want to give a special thank you to Tracey Floto, executive director of curriculum and accreditation. This has been a massive review process, years in the making, and Tracey approached this work as she always does, with thoughtfulness, a strong understanding of data-informed decision-making, and collaboration.”

Accreditation provides assurance for students, graduates and employers that institutions meet established standards of quality.

For the reaffirmation process, Trine University submitted a comprehensive evaluation report including more than 500 pieces of supporting evidence.

Five members of the HLC peer review corps reviewed the report and asked follow-up questions. They conducted in-person interviews on Feb. 23 and 24 with Trine administration and academic staff.

“There was a focus on Trine’s College of Graduate and Professional Studies because of the significant growth we have had in our graduate programs,” said Floto. “The HLC team was very impressed with our efforts in that area and concluded that Trine is serving its community well.”

Trine University will submit an assurance review to HLC in 2029-2030 and will design and implement a project to improve aspects of the university or pursue strategic initiatives prior to the next comprehensive evaluation.

Founded in 1895, HLC is an independent agency that accredits degree-granting colleges and universities in the United States. HLC provides accreditation for the institution as a whole rather than individual academic programs.