Accreditation
What is the Middle States Association?
The Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSA) was established in 1887 and is a nongovernmental, nonprofit, peer-administered organization. The Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools accredit early-childhood through post-secondary, non-degree granting public, private, faith-based educational institutions including special purpose schools, supplementary education centers, learning services providers, and distance education institutions. The Middle States Association provides leadership in school improvement for its member schools in Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, the District of Columbia, the U.S. Caribbean, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Africa.
For more information, visit the Middle States Association website.
What is Cognia?
Cognia is a forward-thinking nonprofit organization. We are a global network of enthusiastic educators here to help you strengthen your schools. Our holistic approach to continuous improvement encompasses accreditation and certification, assessment, professional learning, and customized improvement services. Like you, we want all students to have the opportunities that knowledge brings.
Mission
To serve as a trusted partner in advancing learning.
Vision
To impact and inspire education providers to advance and enable pathways of success for all learners.
Values
Be Inclusive • Engage with Honesty • Pursue with Courage