Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACS)

The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACS COC) is a regional organization that accredits degree-granting higher education institutions in the southeastern United States. Its role is to ensure colleges and universities meet high standards of quality in areas like academics, faculty, resources, and student support. Accreditation by SACS COC helps institutions demonstrate credibility, improve practices, and assure students and employers of their legitimacy and educational value. Essentially, it acts as a quality assurance body to maintain and promote standards in higher education in the region.