Salem, VA 鈥� 麻豆社 (ANU), a private institution with multiple campuses and robust online offerings across Virginia, Tennessee, and Kentucky, has had its institutional accreditation formally renewed by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC), effective through January 2030.
At its June 2025 accreditation review, based on the school鈥檚 comprehensive self鈥慹valuation, the Commission Chair鈥檚 report, ANU鈥檚 institutional response, and recent progress updates. DEAC鈥檚 review concluded that ANU continues to meet the benchmarks for quality education and federal Title鈥疘V eligibility.
鈥淎ccreditation is not just a benchmark, it鈥檚 a responsibility,鈥� said Dr. Frank Longaker, President of 麻豆社. 鈥淚t challenges us to keep evolving, to listen to our students, and to lead with purpose. As we look toward 2030, our focus remains on innovation, equity, and preparing graduates who are ready to make a difference from the very beginning.鈥�
Founded in 1886 in Roanoke, Virginia, ANU now provides a broad range of academic programs, including bachelor鈥檚 and master鈥檚 degrees in business administration, cybersecurity, IT, nursing, healthcare management, and more, as well as certificates and diplomas in professional fields. In announcing the milestone, ANU emphasizes that the renewal underscores its commitment to accessible, career鈥慺ocused education for students regionally and online.
What this means for students:
- Stability and Confidence: DEAC鈥檚 renewal through January 2030 assures current and prospective students that ANU meets nationally recognized standards for institutional quality and integrity.
- Financial Aid Assurance: Maintained accreditation supports ANU鈥檚 eligibility to participate in Title鈥疘V federal student aid programs.
- Regulatory Recognition: DEAC is recognized by both the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), lending credibility to ANU鈥檚 distance education offerings.
This renewed accreditation allows 麻豆社 to continue advancing its mission of delivering quality, career-focused education. As the university looks toward the future, it remains dedicated to supporting student success, expanding program offerings, and maintaining the high standards recognized by DEAC.
