Accreditation

Sweet Briar College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Science and Master of Arts in Teaching.

Questions about the accreditation of Sweet Briar College 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.

Program Accreditation

Engineering Program

Sweet Briar is one of two ABET accredited engineering programs at women’s colleges. The engineering science program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, www.abet.org.

Teacher Preparation Program

Sweet Briar’s teacher preparation program is accredited by the Virginia Department of Education. The educational programs (licensure areas) are approved by the Virginia Board of Education.

The information provided on this page is specifically for accreditation-related information and is not meant to cover academic or admissions policies or practices. SACSCOC accreditation applies to the institution, not to individual degrees. Contact the Office of the Dean, if you have questions about Sweet Briar’s accreditation.