The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Reinhardt University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, and masters. Questions about the accreditation of Reinhardt University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
Baccalaureate (four-year) majors include art, biology, business administration, communication, education, English, history, interdisciplinary studies, music, nursing, organizational leadership, public safety leadership, psychology, religion, and sociology. A complete listing of majors and minors can be found in the 2024-2025 Reinhardt University Under-graduate Academic Catalog.
Reinhardt University grants the following graduate degrees: The Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree was approved by SACSCOC in 2007. The Master of Science in Sport Administration and Leadership (MS-SAL) was approved by SACSCOC in 2019. The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) in Elementary Education was approved by SACSCOC in 2009 and the Master of Education in Elementary Education, in 2011.
The Master of Public Administration (MPA) was approved by SACSCOC in 2013, and the Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Creative Writing was approved by SACSCOC in 2016. The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with a focus on Nurse Educator was approved by SACSCOC in 2022. Our newest degree, the Master of Fine Arts in Choreography, was approved by SACSCOC in 2024.
The Georgia Professional Standards Commission(GAPCS)
The MAT is approved by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission (PSC) to recommend initial certification. The M.Ed. is approved by the PSC for an in-field certification upgrade. For information, please contact GAPSC at 404-232-2680 or Georgia Professional Standards Commission, Two Peachtree Street SW, Suite 6000, Atlanta, GA 30303 or www.gapsc.com.
The University Senate of the United Methodist Church
The University Senate of the United Methodist Church has approved Reinhardt University to be listed as a United Methodist-affiliated institution.