Accreditation and State Authorization

With a rich legacy spanning over a century, Montreat College stands as a beacon of Christian education, fully accredited to confer Associate, Bachelor's, and Master's degrees. Our commitment to excellence is recognized by esteemed accrediting bodies.

Our Accreditation

As a proud member of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, Montreat College maintains rigorous academic standards. For inquiries regarding our accreditation, please reach out to our Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges team at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500. Direct communication with Academic Affairs is available via extension 3621 or email at academicaffairs@[SITEURL].

Our programs meet North Carolina's requirements for elementary education teacher licensure under the guidance of the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NC-DPI). Additionally, our Clinical Mental Health Counseling Online program holds specialized accreditation from CACREP, a CHEA-recognized authority.

State Authorization

The State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA) facilitates seamless interstate delivery of online education while safeguarding student interests across participating regions.

Student Complaints

Montreat College Student Complaints and Grievance Processes

Explore our transparent procedures for addressing academic concerns at Montreat College's official portal.

North Carolina Complaint Process

Residents can utilize the Attorney General's streamlined complaint resolution pathway via the N.C. Department of Justice website (link) or submit physical correspondence to their Raleigh office. Assistance is available by phone at 1-877-566-7226 (NC) or 919-716-6000 (outside NC), including Spanish support at 919-716-0058.

SARA North Carolina Portal Information and Complaint Process

Mailing Address

NCSEAA c/o SARA North Carolina
P.O. Box 41349
Raleigh, NC 27619

Website

SARA North Carolina Portal
Complaint Submission
Official Form

Telephone

(855) SARA1NC toll free
(855) 727-2162 toll free
(919) 248-4667 local
(919) 248-6667, fax

Email

Contact SARA Directly

Complaint Processes for Other States

Access state-specific guidelines through our updated comprehensive resource.

Institutional Accreditor Complaint Process and Form

Review SACSCOC's official protocols at this document.

Accreditor Contact Information:

Dr. Stephen L. Pruitt leads SACSCOC with contact details: 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033, (404) 679-4512, spruitt@sacscoc.org.

Institutional Review Board

Review our IRB policies at Montreat College IRB page.

Professional License & Certification Disclosure

We adhere to federal requirements by informing students about degree eligibility for state licensure pursuits. For non-residents pursuing licensure through our programs, verification of state compliance remains the responsibility of the applicant.

Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Direct inquiries to Program Director Dr. Andrew Southerland at Montreat College AGS: 310 Gaither Circle, Montreat NC 28757. Contact via email: andrew.southerland@[SITEURL].

Professional Licensing Boards

Access critical resources including the National Board for Certified Counselors directory (link) and our own disclosure document (PDF).

North Carolina Board contacts include: LCMC Information at 844-622-3572 or 336-217-6000, with mailing address Post Office Box 77819, Greensboro, NC 27417.