Charter College (United States)

Charter College is a network of private, for-profit[1] independent institutions of higher education.

Charter College offers programs in healthcare, business, veterinary science, information technology, aviation and select trade careers. Charter operates campuses in five states, and offers certificates, associate and bachelor's degree, as well as online master's. 100% online programs are available for select programs.

History

Charter College was founded in 1985 by Doctor Milton Byrd, former Provost at Florida International University and President of Chicago State University with a campus in Anchorage, Alaska. In the more than 30 years since they opened their doors, Charter has opened campuses in 14 additional cities and has added online degree programs, as well.

In 2016, Charter Institute was developed to bring the Charter education approach to New Mexico.

Accreditation

Charter College was accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools to award master's degrees, bachelor of science degrees, associate of applied science degrees, certificates, and non-credit courses. It is approved to receive Title IV funding under a provisional Program Participation Agreement (PPA) for 18 months beginning December 12, 2016 while it is seeking a new federally recognized accreditor in accordance with the US Department of Education (DOE).[2]

Locations

  • Alaska
    • Anchorage
    • Wasilla - a learning site of Anchorage
  • California
    • Canyon Country – a learning site of Oxnard
    • Lancaster – a learning site of Oxnard
    • Oxnard
  • Montana
    • Billings – a learning site of Vancouver
    • Missoula
  • New Mexico
    • Farmington
  • Washington
    • Bellingham
    • East Wenatchee – a learning site of Vancouver
    • Fife
    • Lacey – a learning site of Vancouver
    • Pasco
    • Vancouver
    • Yakima – a learning site of Pasco

References

  1. ↑ http://www.chartercollege.edu/about-charter/accreditation
  2. ↑ "ACICS Loss of Accreditation Recognition". Retrieved 2017-04-10.

Coordinates: 61°11′47″N 149°50′21″W / 61.19639°N 149.83917°W / 61.19639; -149.83917

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