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By Jamie Littlefield, About.com Guide to Distance Learning since 2004

How to Check Any School's Accreditation Status in One Minute or Less

Saturday October 21, 2006
Proper accreditation can mean the difference between a degree that gets you a new job and a certificate that isn't worth the paper it's printed on. Unfortunately, it is often difficult to tell whether or not an online college is properly accredited. Many diploma mill websites display official-looking seals from false accreditation agencies. Schools that do have proper accreditation don't always provide web users with enough information. If you have the right tools, you can check any school's accreditation status in less than a minute. This new article shows you how.

Related:
Accreditation Basics
Regional Accreditation

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