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The goal at Southeastern University is to offer a high-quality university experience to students all across the U.S.
To this end, Southeastern University has been approved to participate in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements. NC-SARA plays an important role in helping assure the quality of the programs offered as well as ensuring consumer protections for students who take advantage of interstate distance education programs.
Still, each state legislates its own set of standards as to how out-of-state educational institutions can operate within that state’s borders. This includes offering classes in an actual physical location as well as online.
As we continue to expand our distance education programs, Southeastern University pursues authorization to open extension sites, offer degree programs, and maintains compliance with applicable state regulations.
Listed below are our state compliance statements.
Alabama
Southeastern University received approval from the Private School Licensure Division of the Alabama Community College System (licensure) and the Alabama Commission on Higher Education (programmatic approval) to offer the Associate of Christian Ministries and the Bachelor of Science in Christian Ministries at the Highlands College Campus (Birmingham, AL).
Arizona
Under A.R.S. §32-3022 (E), Southeastern University is exempt from regulation by the Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education and would not be regulated pursuant to A.R.S. § 32-3001 et.seq. to offer religious degrees.
California
Southeastern University is determined to be in compliance with the requirements of Title 5, California Code of Regulations (CCR) section 71390. Therefore, Southeastern University: Nor Cal Campus is granted approval to operate under the terms of California Education Code (CEC) section 94890(a)(1) until December 5, 2022 per CEC section 94890(b). This approval is coterminous with the institution’s term of accreditation granted by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). For additional policies pertaining to the university’s operations in California, please see the California Notices in this catalog.
Florida
Southeastern University has received Florida licensure exemption from the Florida Department of Education.
Georgia
Southeastern University is exempt from regulation by the Nonpublic Postsecondary Education Commission based on the O.C.G.A. 20-3-250.3(a)(12).
Hawaii
Southeastern University is authorized to operate in the state of Hawaii pursuant to Hawaii Revised Statutes (HRS) §305J-12(a). Authorization by the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs in Hawaii shall be conditioned on the maintenance of accreditation by SEU and continuing compliance with HRS §305J-14.
Illinois
As defined under 23 Illinois Administrative Code Section 1030.10, Southeastern University meets the description of an Institution with Limited Physical Presence in Illinois and has been granted continuous approval by the Illinois Board of Higher Education (IBHE) until such time that any one of the conditions mentioned in the code change.
Kentucky
In accordance with KRS 164.945-.947 and 13 KAR 1:020, Southeastern University-Online is licensed by the Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education to operate or solicit in Kentucky to offer four (4) programs: the Associate of Arts, the Associate of Ministerial Leadership, the Bachelor of Science in Ministerial Leadership, and the Bachelor of Science in Business and Professional Leadership.
In accordance with KRS 164.945-.947 and 13 KAR 1:020, Southeastern University-Florence is licensed by the Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education to offer four (4) programs at 7 Hills Church, 6800 Hazel Court, Florence, KY 41042: the Associate of Arts, the Associate of Ministerial Leadership, the Bachelor of Science in Ministerial Leadership, and the Bachelor of Science in Business and Professional Leadership.
Louisiana
Southeastern University is currently licensed by the Board of Regents of the State of Louisiana. Licenses are renewed by the State Board of Regents every two years. Licensed institutions have met minimal operational standards set forth by the state, but licensure does not constitute accreditation, guarantee the transferability of credit, nor signify that programs are certifiable by any professional agency or organization.
Maryland
Maryland Higher Education Commission has determined Southeastern University to be in compliance with the requirements of the Education Article, Title 11, Subtitle 2, Annotated Code of Maryland and CCOMAR 13B.05.01 to enroll Maryland students in the fully online distance education programs, with the exemption of the bachelor’s degrees in human services and nursing and the master’s degrees in education and human services. The Commission’s registration of the University’s fully online programs is not an authorization of the institution to operate in Maryland or an approval or endorsement of the University’s programs. Southeastern University has been authorized to offer the Associate of Ministerial Leadership on site at Church of the Redeemer, Gaithersburg.
Minnesota
Southeastern University is registered with the Minnesota Office of Higher Education pursuant to sections 136A.61 to 136A.71. Registration is not an endorsement of the institution. Credits earned at the institution may not transfer to all other institutions.
In compliance with Minnesota regulations and degrees standards, Southeastern University (SEU) will ensure that Minnesota residents, graduating from its programs, will meet the required degrees standards before receiving their diplomas. The Associate of Arts degrees must have a minimum of 40 general education hours, including at least five credits in communication studies and a minimum of eight credits in each of the following categories: humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences/mathematics. The SEU Associate of Arts program requires less hours in these categories, but Minnesota students are required to comply with their state standards, so they must include the additional credits as part of their 12 general electives. Records are maintained by the university to track the courses completed by Minnesota students. Students should consult the JICS website or their academic advisor for details.
The Minnesota Office of Higher Education is located at 1450 Energy Park Drive, Suite 350, St. Paul, MN 55108. Additional information may be found at www.Ohe.state.mn.us or by calling 651.642.0567.
Mississippi
Southeastern University has reviewed the MCCS Federal Online/Distance Education requirements and has determined that it does not meet the criteria to establish physical presence in the state, therefore, does not need authorization for online programs from the Mississippi Commission on College Accreditation.
Nevada
Southeastern University is licensed by the Nevada Commission on Postsecondary Education. For policies pertaining to the university’s operations in Nevada, please see the Nevada Notices in this catalog.
North Carolina
Degree programs of study offered by Southeastern University have been declared exempt from the requirements for licensure, under provisions of North Carolina General Statutes Section (G.S.) 116-15 (d) for exemption from licensure with respect to religious education. Exemption from licensure is not based upon assessment program quality under established licensing standards.
Oklahoma
From the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education: Southeastern University complies with Title 70 O.S. §4103 and may operate educational programs beyond secondary education in Oklahoma.
Oregon
For policies pertaining to the university’s operations in Oregon, please see the Oregon Notices in this catalog.
South Carolina
SEU Seacoast Campus, 757 Long Point Rd, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29467 is licensed by the South Carolina Commission on Higher Education, 1122 Lady Street, Suite 300, Columbia, SC 29201; 803.737.2260. www.che.sc.gov. Licensure indicates only that minimum standards have been met; it is not an endorsement or guarantee of quality. Licensure is not equal to or synonymous with accreditation by an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
For additional policies pertaining to the university’s operations in South Carolina, please see the South Carolina Notices page in this catalog.
Tennessee
Southeastern University’s Lakeland, FL campus is exempt from Title 49, Chapter 7, Part 20 of the Tennessee Code and the regulations contained in Rule Chapter 1540-01-02 by the Division of Postsecondary School Authorization of the Tennessee Higher Education Commission and may offer, advertise and recruit for online programs offered within the State of Tennessee. This exemption must be renewed annually.
SEU at The Belonging Co., an extension site of Southeastern University, is authorized by the Tennessee Higher Education Commission. This authorization must be renewed each year and is based on an evaluation of minimum standards concerning quality education, ethical business practices, and fiscal responsibility.
Texas
Southeastern University is approved and regulated by the Texas Workforce Commission on Career Schools and Colleges (Austin, TX).
Student complaints which cannot be resolved by direct negation with the school in accordance to its written grievance policy, may be filed with the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC), 101 East 15th Street, Rm 226&, Austin, TX 78778-0001. Students should go to TWC website to download the student complaint form. Students can also send a written complaint to the Coordinating Board at Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, Academic Affairs and Research, P.O. Box 12788, Austin, TX 78711.
For additional policies pertaining to the university’s operations in Texas, please see the Texas Notices in this catalog.
Virginia
SEU at Crosswalk Community Church is certified to operate by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia. Main campus address: SEU at Crosswalk Community Church, 7575 Richmond Rd, Williamsburg, VA 23188. The Williamsburg extension is approved to offer three programs: the Bachelor of Science in Ministerial Leadership, the Master of Arts in Ministerial Leadership, and the Associate of Arts.
SEU at Wave Leadership College is certified to operate by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia. Branch campus address: SEU at Wave Leadership College, 1000 North Great Neck Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23454. The Virginia Beach extension is approved to offer the Bachelor of Science in Ministerial Leadership.
SEU at Lifepoint Church is certified to operate by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia. Branch campus address: SEU at Lifepoint Church, 1400 Central Park Blvd., Fredericksburg, VA 22401. The Fredericksburg extension is approved to offer the Bachelor of Science of Ministerial Leadership and the Associate of Arts.
For policies pertaining to the university’s operations in Virginia, please see the Virginia Notices in this catalog.
Washington
Southeastern University is authorized by the Washington Student Achievement Council and meets the requirements and minimum educational standards established for degree-granting institutions under the Degree-Granting Institutions Act. This authorization is subject to periodic review and authorizes Southeastern University to specific degree programs. The Council may be contacted for a list of currently authorized programs. Authorization by the Council does not carry with it an endorsement by the Council of the institution or its programs. Any person desiring information about the requirements of the act or the applicability of those requirements to the institution may contact the Council at P.O. Box 43430, Olympia, WA 98504-3430 or by email at degreeauthorization@wsac.wa.gov.
For additional policies pertaining to the university’s operations in Washington, please see the Washington Notices in this catalog.
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