Nonprofit
Distance Education Accrediting Commission
About Us
The Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC) is a private, non-profit organization that operates as a national accreditor of institutions that primarily offer distance education. Founded in 1926, the DEAC holds recognition by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. Accreditation by DEAC covers all distance education activities within an institution and it provides a single source of nationally recognized accreditation from the primary school level through professional doctoral degree-granting institutions.
Our Vision
The DEAC is the preeminent accrediting organization for distance education delivered worldwide that sets high standards for academic quality inspiring
excellence in teaching, learning, and student outcomes through voluntary assessment and peer review.
Our Mission
Assuring students high quality distance education through accreditation, peer review, and institutional improvement.
The Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC) is a private, non-profit organization that operates as a national accreditor of institutions that primarily offer distance education. Founded in 1926, the DEAC holds recognition by…
Issue Areas Include
- Education
Location
- 1101 17th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20036, United States
Suite 808
