Foothill College 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 are determined by the ACCJC. Throughout its continuous six-year review cycle, Foothill College conducts and publishes several review instruments, including an annual report, annual fiscal report, midterm report, 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.

Accreditation 2011

As Foothill College continues its ongoing accreditation cycle, community members, students, faculty and staff are invited to follow and participate in this important process. Essential elements of the 2011 review cycle will include an integrated planning and budgeting structure, student learning outcomes, program review, and strategic and educational master planning. To be truly meaningful to the institution, these measurement activities and instruments must include collaborative decision-making and support from Foothill College stakeholders. For updates, reference material and more information, bookmark the Accreditation 2011 page and check back often for the latest news.

Also, it’s important that you know which college representatives are leading Foothill through the Accreditation 2011 cycle. If you have questions, comments or concerns, e-mail or call the following accreditation representatives: