Accreditation and Recognition
Christian Brothers University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, and masters’ degrees. Christian Brothers University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Christian Brothers 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).
Christian Brothers University is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association and the Tennessee Association of Colleges. Current programs are approved for training using veteran benefits. Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (111 Market Place, Suite 1050; Baltimore, MD 21202-4012; telephone number 410-347-7700). The University is accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education and approved by the State Department of Education of Tennessee as a Teacher Training Institution. Christian Brothers University is in full compliance with Title II Teacher Education Report Card reporting mandates. Information on the University’s performance levels may be obtained through the Department of Education.
The CBU Nursing Program is fully accredited by the TN Board of Nursing.
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Christian Brothers University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).