Higher Learning Commission Reconfirms College's Accreditation

February 24, 2016 (Notre Dame, Ind.)—Saint Mary’s College is pleased to announce that the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association continued (reconfirmed) the College’s accredited status. The College received word from the HLC in a letter dated February 12, 2016. In the fall of 2015, an HLC team came to campus and reviewed the College’s ongoing ability to meet the Commission’s Criteria for Accreditation.

“Many members of the Saint Mary’s College community contributed a tremendous amount time and effort to the accreditation process. I am grateful to them and delighted at the outcome of the HLC’s findings,” said Provost and Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs Patricia Fleming.

Saint Mary’s College has been accredited by the HLC since 1922. The HLC website is www.hlcommission.org.

About Saint Mary's College: Saint Mary’s College, Notre Dame, Ind., is a Catholic,residential, women’s liberal arts college offering five bachelor’s degrees and more than 30 major areas of study, such as business, nursing, art, chemistry, and social work. Saint Mary’s College also offers two graduate degrees: a Master of Science and a Doctorate. All programs that fall under these degrees are co-educational and include a Master of Science in Data Science, a Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology, and a Doctorate of Nursing Practice. Founded in 1844 by the Sisters of the Holy Cross, Saint Mary’s College seeks, according to its mission statement, to educate students, develop their talents, and prepare them to make a difference in the world. Saint Mary’s College ranks among the top 100 Best National Liberal Arts Colleges for 2016 published by U.S. News & World Report. Follow Saint Mary's College on Twitter @saintmarys and @saintmarysnews.

Contact for News Media: Gwen O’Brien, director of media relations, Saint Mary’s College, gobrien@saintmarys.edu (574) 284-4579