RECOGNITION OF YOUR DEGREE FROM NORTHWESTERN

Recognition of Credit

The value of any college degree is subjective, depending on the amount of work that went into earning it, the student’s attitude and aptitude, and external circumstances related to the school itself or to the graduate’s working world.

Most universities, seminaries, colleges, agencies and other institutions have their own criteria for recognition and acceptability of educational credits. The individual should address specific questions to selected institutions in determining their particular criteria.

Although accredited by The American Accrediting Association of Theological Institutions, A.A.A.T.I. Northwestern, like most non-traditional programs, does not offer a referral or placement service for employment.

Licenses

Any prospective student should understand that Northwestern has no authority through their degree programs, to grant licenses or credentials.  Before enrolling, students should address appropriate agencies governing licensing in their state or county of residence with their questions concerning requirements for licensing or professional certification.

ACCREDITATION

In the United States, accreditation of universities and seminaries is a voluntary process with accreditation granted by private, non-governmental agencies. There are no governmental agencies providing accreditation.

Additionally, there is no national standard for accreditation, and the educational world is currently re-examining criteria for accreditation, focusing less on institutional inputs and more on educational outcomes.

NORTHWESTERN THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY IS ACCREDITED BY THE AMERICAN ACCREDITING ASSOCIATION OF THEOLOGICAL INSTITUTIONS.  A.A.A.T.I.

THEOLOGICAL  ACCREDITING AGENCIES ARE NOT REQUIRED TO BE RECOGNIZED BY THE U.S. SECRETARY OF EDUCATION.

Northwestern, operates under authorization, as a degree granting institution, of the Florida State Board of Independent Colleges and Universities under Section 1005.06 (1) (f), FLA Statutes.