Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC)
Wilmette Institute is accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission. The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency and is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
DEAC Contact Information
- Distance Education Accrediting Commission
1101 17th Street NW, Suite 808
Washington, D.C. 20036 - Email: info@deac.org
- Phone: (202) 234-5100
- Website: www.deac.org
Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA)
The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Wilmette Institute is listed as an accredited institution on CHEA’s list of accredited institutions. CHEA can be reached at www.chea.org or by phone at 202-955-6126.
What is Accreditation?
Accreditation is a process that ensures and promotes quality in higher education by granting public recognition to institutions that meet established standards of academic and administrative excellence.
Why is Accreditation Important?
Accreditation provides independent confirmation that an institution meets recognized standards of educational quality and effectiveness. It signals to students, partners, and the public that a program is credible, well-structured, and committed to continuous improvement.
For Wilmette Institute, accreditation affirms that our Social Transformation Certificate Program meets national standards for quality distance education while advancing our mission to provide accessible learning for social transformation.