Twelve Important Questions About External Quality Review (Council for Higher Education Accreditation): Provides an overview of critical questions students should consider when evaluating the quality of a program or institution

The Fundamentals of Accreditation: What You Need to Know (Council for Higher Education Accreditation): Answers 20 basic questions about accreditation

Overview of Accreditation in the United States (U.S. Department of Education): A review of the history and purpose of accreditation

Consider School Accreditation When Determining a College's Value (US News and World Report): The publication’s Student Loan Ranger blog offers a look at why accreditation matters to students.

Ask Before You Decide: Accreditation Matters (Council for Higher Education Accreditation): Explains for the public and students why accreditation is important, and key questions to ask when choosing an institution.