Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)
Sofia University has been accredited by the nation’s premier, regional accreditation body for higher education, the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC), since 1998. Through its rigorous review process, WSCUC confirms that Sofia University possesses the resources, policies, and practices to achieve its educational goals, and shows a dedication to the improvement and accountability of its programs. As a member of WSCUC, Sofia University participates in regularly scheduled self-study and reaffirmation of accreditation processes, most recently in Spring 2022. Information regarding Sofia University and WSCUC may be obtained by contacting:
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WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) |
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985 Atlantic Avenue, Suite 100 Alameda, CA 94501 |
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Phone: (510) 748-9001 Fax: (510) 748-9797 |
Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education – California Bureau for Private PostsecondaryEducation
Sofia University is on the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education’s (BPPE) Listing ofAccredited Institutions and Programs. Sofia University is a private institution that is approved to operate by the BPPE. Approval to operate means the institution has met the minimum standards set forth by the California Education Code and Title 5, Division 7.5 of the California Code of Regulations. Any questions a student may have regarding this Catalog that have not been satisfactorily answered by the University may be directed to:
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Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education |
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The principal office of the Bureau is located at 1747 North Market Blvd., Suite 225, Sacramento, California, 95834; and the mailing address is P.O. Box 980818, West Sacramento, CA 95798-0818. |
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Telephone: (916) 431-6959 or (888) 370-7589 |
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Prospective students are encouraged to review this Catalog before signing an Enrollment Agreement. Students are encouraged to review the School Performance Fact Sheet, which must be provided before signing an Enrollment Agreement.
A student or any member of the public may file a complaint about this institution with the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education by calling (888) 370-7589 or by completing a complaint form, which may be obtained on the bureau’s website (see above).
Self-Monitoring Procedure
Sofia University makes every effort to comply with current policies and procedures required by the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE), in compliance with Title 5 California Code of Regulations (CCR), section 71760. The Director of Institutional Research regularly reviews BPPE laws and regulations. Once a year the Director of Institutional Research meets with the executive management team to review BPPE policies and procedures and make any changes.
State Authorizations
https://www.sofia.edu/about-us/state-authorizations/
Council for Higher Education Accreditation
Sofia University is on the Council for Higher Education Accreditation’s Listing of Accredited and Candidate Institutions (CHEA).