​​​​​​​The National Center for Academic Accreditation and Evaluation has developed a set of standards to ensure the quality and accreditation of higher education institutions and programs. These criteria cover eleven areas:

• Mission Goals and Objectives
• Program Administration
• Management of Program Quality Assurance
• Learning and Teaching
• Student Administration and Support Services
•  Learning Resources
• Facilities and Equipment
• Financial Planning and Management​​
  
• Employment Processes
• Research
• Relationships With the Community​​​