Branch

A branch campus is any location of an institution other than the main, but under the same corporate structure as the main campus (i.e., part of the main campus corporation or a wholly owned subsidiary), that (1) is permanent in nature; (2) offers a full program leading to a degree, certificate, or other recognized credential; and (3) is geographically separate from the main campus such that students may not easily avail themselves of educational, financial aid, and administrative services of the main campus.

In order for a branch campus to be included within the scope of an institution's grant of accreditation, complete academic and financial information concerning the facility must be submitted to the Council in the form of a two-part application. Part I of the application consists of general academic and financial information about the facility and outlines the readiness of the location to begin enrolling students. Part II of the application must be completed within twelve months of the date of the initial inclusion and consists of a number of questions about the administration, students services, and other operational questions.

More information on the Council's classification of a branch campus can be found in Section 1-3-102 of the Accreditation Criteria.

If you would like to download a branch campus application, click on the appropriate section on the sidebar.