ACCREDITATION
Since 1966, Cincinnati Bible College has been
an accredited member of the Association
for Biblical Higher Education (ABHE, formerly the Accrediting
Association of Bible Colleges; 5575 S. Semoran Blvd., Orlando,
FL, 32822-1781, 407-207-0808).
Since 1989, Cincinnati Christian University
has been accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and has
been a member of the North Central Association of College and
Schools (30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, Illinois
60602-2504, 312-263-0456). The ABHE is recognized by the U.S.
Department of Education as the institutional accrediting agency
on the national level for Bible Colleges.
Both the Higher Learning Commission of the North
Central Association (regional accreditation) and ABHE are affiliated
with the Council of Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
AFFILIATIONS
Association of Christian Schools International
Ohio College Association
Member of the Greater
Cincinnati Consortium of Colleges and Universities (GCCCU).
This organization provides opportunities for participation in
joint educational ventures and enhances relationships with academic
peers. Students may cross register at other GCCCU schools in courses
that are not offered at CCU.
WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR ME?
NOT AT ALL!
This is a common stereotype, but it amounts to unfounded folklore.
The term biblical higher education is not an oxymoron! Some prevailing
attitudes amount to little more than religious discrimination.
For example, many assert that study of the Bible is unworthy of
serious academic pursuit. Others assert that adherence to philosophical
and doctrinal tenets are inimical to academic freedom and true
education. (Ironically, these critics fail to recognize the philosophical
absolutism inherent in their own position). (Source: ABHE
website)
Accreditation is a means of assuring
the public that an institution meets accepted standards of quality
and integrity. It developed in the United States early in the
20th century and has continued to be one of the cornerstones of
North America’s unparalleled achievement in higher educational
quality and diversity. Accreditation is founded upon three key
principles: voluntary participation, self-study, and peer review.
Standards are self-imposed by responsible and seasoned educators
among member institutions (increasingly, with strong input from
public constituents). (Source:
ABHE
website)
Not necessarily. No institution is forced
to accept credits from another—regardless of accreditation
or lack thereof. It is always the prerogative of the receiving
institution to determine whether and which credit will transfer.
That said, colleges should not practice discrimination or engage
in arbitrary practices. (Source: ABHE
website)
The Council for Higher Education Accreditation
(CHEA), in conjunction with the 19 recognized institutional accreditors
that included ABHE, developed a framework for meeting transfer
of credit responsibilities in 2000 entitled A Statement to the
Community: Transfer and the Public Interest. This statement was
the result of CHEA’s concern that the accredited status
of a program or institution assist, not hinder, students in the
transfer process. (Source: ABHE
website)
For the most part, CCU transfer credits ARE
accepted at other colleges and universities. Keep in mind that
some Bible courses are often transferred as general electives
or may not be accepted if that institution does not offer religion
courses. The ultimate decision of acceptance of credits from CCU
is at the discretion of the accepting college, but CCU will assist
with the process in any way possible. If you need a letter of
our accreditation sent to another institution, please contact
the CBC Academic Dean's office at 513-244-8160.
If you need a copy of your transcript sent, contact the Registrar's
office at 513-244-8170.
