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Accreditation

Last updated: January 2026

Institutional Accreditation

Arkansas Baptist College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), one of six regional institutional accreditors in the United States. HLC accreditation provides assurance to students and the public that the institution meets threshold standards of quality.

The Higher Learning Commission can be contacted at:

  • 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500, Chicago, IL 60604
  • Phone: 800-621-7440
  • Website: www.hlcommission.org

What Accreditation Means

Institutional accreditation by HLC assures students, families, and the broader community that Arkansas Baptist College:

  • Meets rigorous standards of academic quality and institutional effectiveness
  • Is committed to continuous improvement through regular self-assessment and peer review
  • Provides educational programs that lead to recognized degrees
  • Maintains the financial stability necessary to deliver on its educational mission
  • Operates with integrity in all institutional functions

Accreditation History

Arkansas Baptist College has maintained its accreditation through periodic comprehensive evaluations conducted by HLC. These evaluations involve extensive self-study, peer review visits, and demonstrated commitment to meeting and exceeding accreditation criteria.

HLC Criteria for Accreditation

  1. Mission: The institution's mission is clear and articulated publicly, guiding its operations.
  2. Integrity: The institution acts with integrity and its conduct is ethical and responsible.
  3. Teaching and Learning (Quality): The institution provides high-quality education.
  4. Teaching and Learning (Evaluation): The institution demonstrates responsibility for the quality of its programs.
  5. Institutional Effectiveness: The institution's resources, structures, and processes are sufficient to fulfill its mission.

Program Approvals

Arkansas Baptist College is authorized to operate and grant degrees by the Arkansas Division of Higher Education. All degree programs offered by the college are approved by the appropriate state and accrediting bodies.

Memberships and Affiliations

  • National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)
  • United Negro College Fund (UNCF)
  • Thurgood Marshall College Fund
  • National Baptist Convention, USA, Inc.
  • American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO)

Questions About Accreditation

For questions regarding the accreditation status of Arkansas Baptist College, please contact the Office of the President at 501-420-1200 or info@arkansasbaptist.edu.