Accreditation

Foothill College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. This organization is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation and the U.S. Department of Education.

The college maintains its accreditation by fulfilling criteria that the commission determines. Foothill's review is continuous throughout a six-year cycle. Reviews include an Annual Report, an Annual Fiscal Report, a Midterm Report, completion of a comprehensive institutional self study, and an evaluation review by a team of peers.

Foothill is also accredited by the:

• American Veterinary Medical Association,
• American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation,
• American Medical Association Council on Medical Education, and
• Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs.

Learn about our accreditation standards and review process. The next review is scheduled for 2011.

For more information about the accreditation process, contact Accreditation Liaison Officer: Richard G.E. Galope, Vice President of Workforce Development & Instruction.