Regional Accreditation
Oakwood University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate and masters degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Oakwood University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org)
(The Commission is to be contacted only if there is evidence that appears to support significant noncompliance by Oakwood University with a requirement or standard.)
Denominational Accreditation
Oakwood University is accredited by the Adventist Accrediting Association of the Department of Education of the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists.
Oakwood University offers programs accredited by:
- Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs
- Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing
- Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics
- Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation
- Council on Social Work Education
- The Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools (ATS)
Oakwood University offers programs approved by the:
- Alabama Board of Nursing
- Alabama State Department of Education
Accreditation documents may be viewed in the office of the Provost and Senior Vice President.