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Monarch University is proudly accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)

The Middle States Commission on Higher Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation, ensuring that Monarch maintains the highest standards of academic quality.

Upcoming Middle States Evaluation

The next Middle States evaluation visit for Monarch University is scheduled for 2026-2027.

Monarch University is notifying the public that the Middle States Commission provides an opportunity for third-party comments regarding the institution's compliance with accreditation standards, affiliation requirements, policies and procedures, and federal regulatory requirements. These comments can be submitted in accordance with the Commission’s Third-Party Comments Policy.

Accreditations by School

Explore the specific accreditations for each college or school within Royal University. Learn about the prestigious agencies that recognize the quality and standards of our academic programs across various disciplines.

All undergraduate and graduate degree programs in the Palumbo-Donahue School of Business are accredited by AACSB International - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. This prestigious accreditation is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), ensuring that our business programs meet the highest standards of excellence.

All Teacher Education programs at Monarch University are accredited by the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) and are currently undergoing accreditation by the Council for Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP). These accrediting agencies are recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Additionally, all Teacher Education programs are approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE).

Monarch University’s programs also include specialized accreditation and recognition across various fields:

  • The School Administration K-12 M.S.Ed. and School Supervision M.S.Ed. Programs are nationally recognized by the Educational Leadership Constituent Council (ELCC).
  • The Clinical Mental Health Counseling M.S.Ed., Marriage & Family Counseling M.S.Ed., School Counseling M.S.Ed., and Counselor Education Ph.D. Programs are accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).
  • The School Psychology Ph.D. and Psy.D. Programs are accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA).
  • The Special Education PreK-8th M.S.Ed. and Special Education Grades 7-12 M.S.Ed. Programs are nationally recognized by the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC).
  • The English as a Second Language M.S.Ed. Program is nationally recognized by Teachers of English Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL).
  • The Early Childhood Education B.S.Ed. and M.A.T. Programs are nationally recognized by the National Association for Education of Young Children (NAEYC).
  • The Secondary Mathematics Education B.S.Ed. and M.S.Ed. Programs are nationally recognized by the National Council for Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM).
  • The Secondary Social Studies Education B.S.Ed. and M.S.Ed. Programs are nationally recognized by the National Council for Social Studies (NCSS).
  • The Reading and Language Arts M.S.Ed. Program is nationally recognized by the International Literacy Association (ILA).

These accreditations and recognitions ensure that Monarch University’s School of Education programs meet the highest standards of quality and excellence in preparing future educators.

Royal University’s College of Osteopathic Medicine has achieved pre-accreditation status from the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA), marking an important milestone in the institution's journey toward offering a comprehensive osteopathic medical program. This status underscores the university’s commitment to providing high-quality medical education, preparing students for a future in osteopathic medicine, and meeting the rigorous standards set by COCA. With this step, Royal University is poised to play a leading role in shaping the next generation of healthcare professionals.

All programs within the School of Arts and Music are accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM), a specialized accrediting agency recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

The Bachelor of Arts in Music Education program, the Master of Arts in Music Education program, and the Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Music Education program are accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), a specialized accrediting agency recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

The Bachelor of Arts in Music Therapy program is accredited by the American Music Therapy Association (AMTA), ensuring the highest standards of education and practice in the field.

The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master's degree program in nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice program, and post-graduate APRN certificate program at Royal University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

Additionally, the nursing programs are approved by the State Board of Nursing, ensuring that students receive education that meets both state and national standards for excellence in nursing practice.

The Master of Science degree program in Forensic Science and Law at Royal University is accredited by the Forensic Education Programs Accreditation Commission (FEPAC), a specialized accrediting agency recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), ensuring that students receive a top-tier education in forensic science.

The Bachelor of Science degree program in Chemistry is approved by the American Chemical Society (ACS), meeting the rigorous standards set by the leading organization in the field to provide students with a comprehensive and industry-recognized education.