Higher Learning Commission Accreditation
Kansas State University

Kansas State University has been continuously accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools since 1916. The university participates through the Open Pathway reaffirmation of accreditation process.

Kansas State University has undergone the Year 4 Assurance Review of the Open Pathway in June 2026. This is a component of comprehensive evaluations and a stand-alone review which demonstrates that Kansas State University has met the Criteria for Accreditation and other requirements. The most recent HLC Reaffirmation was achieved during the 2025 to 2026 academic year. Please see our statement of accreditation status page on the HLC web site for more information.

Additionally, for comprehensive information on our licensed programs or the accredited programs directory, please visit the interactive dashboards links below:

To view our 2026 Assurance Argument and our past 2022 Assurance Argument, please follow the links below:

The Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Information about the HLC can be found below: