Accreditation
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Accreditation matters. Here’s why:
- It ensures that your degree is recognized by employers, professional associations, and other accredited institutions of higher education.
- It is an assurance to students and the public that we meet or exceed standards for quality of curriculum, fiscal stability, faculty and learner services.
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College is authorized by name by the Indiana Commission for Higher Education to administer Indiana financial aid. The College is also approved for teacher training by the Indiana Department of Education.
Approval and accrediting organizations include:
American Art Therapy Association
American Music Therapy Association
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
The Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College Master of Arts in Art Therapy with an Emphasis in Counseling Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Accreditation Council for Art Therapy Education. The program has been placed on Probationary Accreditation as of July 16, 2025.
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation
National Association of Schools of Music
HLC Accreditation FAQ