# Accreditation Arkansas State University maintains institutional accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and participates in a variety of specialized program accreditations and academic reviews. This Knowledge Base book provides an overview of A-State’s accreditation landscape, including institutional memberships, external academic reviews, and program-level accreditations. It is designed to support faculty, staff, and external stakeholders in understanding the university’s commitment to academic quality and continuous improvement. # Higher Learning Commission (HLC) Arkansas State University is accredited by the **Higher Learning Commission (HLC)**, a regional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. A-State has maintained continuous accreditation since it was first accredited in **1928**. ## Accreditation Pathway A-State participates in the **Open Pathway**, a 10-year cycle that emphasizes both **quality assurance** and **institutional improvement**. This pathway includes: - A **Quality Initiative** in years 5 and 9 - This is a major improvement effort aligned with institutional priorities and designed to support innovation and measurable progress. - A **Comprehensive Evaluation** in year 10 - This includes submission of an **Assurance Argument** and an **on-site visit** by a team of HLC consultant-evaluators. The next comprehensive evaluation is scheduled for the **2023–2024 academic year**. ## Comprehensive Evaluation Components The comprehensive HLC evaluation includes two major components: 1. **Assurance Argument** A-State prepares a detailed report addressing the **Five Criteria for Accreditation**, supported by evidence. This process provides the university community with the opportunity to take a close look at its strengths and challenges for the future. 2. **On-Site Visit** A team of HLC consultant-evaluators visits campus to verify the assurance argument and provide feedback for continued improvement. ## Learn More - [Open Pathway Evaluation Process Overview](https://www.hlcommission.org/Accreditation/open-overview.html) - [Accreditation Process](https://hlcommission.org/Accreditation/standard-overview.html) - [HLC Policies and Accreditation Criteria](https://hlcommission.org/Accreditation/comprehensive-evaluation.html) - [Statement of Accreditation Status](https://hlcommission.org/component/directory/?Itemid=&Action=ShowBasic&instid=1018) # External Academic Reviews Arkansas State University is committed to academic program excellence. All academic programs undergo regular external review, either through specialized accreditation or by expert consultants, to ensure quality, relevance, and continuous improvement. # Overview of External Academic Reviews Arkansas State University conducts external academic reviews to ensure program quality, relevance, and alignment with institutional and state priorities. These reviews are required by **Arkansas Code §6-61-214** and administered by the **Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board (AHECB)**.

The full details of **Arkansas Code §6-61-214** are linked here: [Academic Program Review Policy](https://adhe.edu/File/Program%20Review%20Policy%20-%20Revised%20Jan%202025.pdf) [Academic Program Viability Policy](https://adhe.edu/File/Academic%20Program%20Viability%20Policy%20-%20Revised%20Jan%202025.pdf)

All certificate and degree programs must undergo review every **7 to 10 years**, either through specialized accreditation or by external consultants. --- ## Types of Program Review **Specialized Accredited Programs** - Accredited, Licensed, or State-Certified Programs follow the review schedule and procedures established by their respective accrediting or approval bodies. - Documentation must still be submitted to ADHE after each review. ➤ See: **[Specialized Accredited Programs](https://kb.astate.edu/books/accreditation/page/specialized-accreditations)** **Non-Accredited Programs** - Programs that are not subject to specialized accreditation are reviewed by **external consultants** selected for their disciplinary expertise. - These reviews provide valuable feedback and help ensure that A-State’s academic offerings remain aligned with institutional goals, state expectations, and national standards. ➤ See: **[Program Review and Reporting](https://kb.astate.edu/books/assessment/chapter/chapter-6-program-review-and-reporting)** --- ## Planning and Communication The Office of Accreditation and Assessment provides guidance and resources to support departments through the external review process. **[➤ Communication Protocols for Accredited Programs](https://kb.astate.edu/books/accreditation/page/communication-protocols-for-accredited-programs)** **[➤ Internal Planning Timeline](https://kb.astate.edu/books/assessment/page/internal-planning-timeline)** [**➤ Program Site Visit Schedule**](https://kb.astate.edu/books/accreditation/page/program-site-visit-schedule) # Program Site Visit Schedule All certificate and degree programs that are not program-specific, accredited/licensed/state-certified will be reviewed by external consultants every 7-10 years. The following information provides the academic year in which each non-program-specific accredited/licensed/state-certified program will have an expert consultant visit the A-State campus: ## 2022-2023
**Award** **Program Name**
AS Technology
BA Chemistry
BA Environmental Studies
BA Economics
BS Technology
BS Biological Sciences (all emphases)
BS Biotechnology
BS Chemistry
BS Environmental Science
BS Physics
BS Wildlife, Fisheries, and Conservation
BSA Agricultural Studies
BSA Agriculture Business; also at ASUB
BSA Animal Science
BSA Plant & Soil Science
MA Biological Sciences
MS Biology
MS Chemistry
MSA Agriculture
MSE Biology
MSE Chemistry
PSC Biotechnology
## 2023-2024
**Award** **Program Name**
BA Criminology; also at ASUB, ASUMH, EACC, ANC, MSCC, ASUN
BA English
BA Philosophy
BA Sociology; also at ANC
CP Spanish for Professions
BA World Languages & Cultures
BS Health Studies
MA Criminal Justice
MA English
MA Sociology
MSE English
## 2024-2025
**Award** **Program Name**
AAS Paramedic
AGS General Studies
AS General Education
CP Nonprofit Communication
CP Neuropsychological Testing
BA Communication Studies
BA Computer Science
BAS Organizational Supervision
BGS General Studies
BS Exercise Science
BS Health Promotion
BS Psychology
BS Strategic Communications
BS Computer Science
BS Mathematics
BS Interdisciplinary Studies
BSCE Civil Engineering
BSEE Electrical Engineering
BSME Mechanical Engineering
CP Social Media Management
CP Professional Leadership
GC Health Communication
GC Cyber Security
GC Data Science
GC High Performance Computing
GC Computer Science Education
MA Communication Studies
MS Strategic Communication
MS Exercise Science
MS Psychological Science
MS Computer Science
MS Mathematics
MSE Mathematics
MSE Computer Science Education
MSE Physical Education
## 2025-2026
**Award** **Program Name**
CP Digital Humanities
BA History
BA Political Science
EdD Educational Leadership
GC History
MA History
MA Political Science
MS College Student Personnel Services
MS Early Childhood Services
MSE Social Science
## 2026-2027
**Award** **Program Name**
MCDCommunicative Disorders
## 2027-2028
**Award** **Program Name**
BS Digital Innovations
CP Swift Coding
## 2028-2029
**Award** **Program Name**
BAMusic
BMMusic
MMMusic - Performance
MMEMusic Education
## 2029-2030
**Award** **Program Name**
MAHeritage Studies
PhDHeritage Studies
MSEnvironmental Sciences
MSMolecular Biosciences
PhDEnvironmental Sciences
PhDMolecular Sciences
## 2030-2031
**Award** **Program Name**
BS Communication Sciences & Disorders
BS Creative Multimedia Production
MS Media Management
MSMC Journalism
MSMC Radio-Television
## 2031-2032
**Award** **Program Name**
MSE Early Childhood Education
MSE Educational Theory & Practice, (National Board Certification Track, offered via distance); also at AL, KS, TN, TX
MEM Engineering Management
MSE Engineering
# Communication Protocols for Accredited Programs **Guidance for Coordinating Programmatic Accreditation Reviews** The Office of Accreditation and Assessment provides guidance and resources to support departments through the external review process for accredited, licensed, or state-certified programs. The following process outlines communication process programs should have with the Provost office regarding programmatic accreditation. Each section is intended for each possible stage of programmatic accreditation. Programs are highly encouraged to use consultants to review the self-study report draft, prepare for the site visit, or provide general advice on the accreditation process. --- ## Planning Timeline Worksheet Programs are required to submit a timeline **360 days in advance of the self-study submission deadline** that outlines key milestones for document development, consultant coordination, and site visit preparation. This worksheet helps departments plan and track those steps in alignment with ADHE and institutional expectations. **Attached Document:** [Programmatic Accreditation Timeline Worksheet (DOCX)](https://kb.astate.edu/attachments/624) Use this worksheet to: - Identify your self-study and site visit dates - Plan committee formation and document submission - Schedule meetings with the Provost’s Office - Track rejoinders, final reports, and progress updates --- ### Candidacy and Initial Accreditation 1. Curriculum Forms for new programs and reconfigured programs includes information regarding the timeline for candidacy and initial accreditation. 2. Programs will submit a timeline 360 days in advance of the self-study submission deadline that outlines the milestones for developing and submitting all documents and self-study reports to the accreditor, Provost, Provost’s Executive Assistant, and Assistant Vice Chancellor for Assessment and Accreditation (see **Planning Timeline Worksheet**). 3. The following applications, forms, and/or reports must be submitted to the Provost, Provost’s Executive Assistant, and Assistant Vice Chancellor for Assessment and Accreditation at least 30 days in advance of submission to programmatic accreditor: 1. All candidacy and initial accreditation applications (after program/curriculum proposal forms are approved) 2. Initial accreditation self-study or log-in to assurance argument system 3. A two-page summary of the strengths and potential concerns of the program based on the self-study analysis and report 4. Within 30 days of the site visit, the self-study director, program director, department chair, associate dean, and dean will meet with the Provost and Assistant Vice Chancellor for Assessment and Accreditation to review the accreditation process. This meeting should include a short presentation with the following information: review of accreditation process, expectations for the site visit, self-study highlights, strengths and potential concerns, and anticipated questions during the visit. 5. Site visit agenda must be provided to the Provost, Provost’s Executive Assistant, and Assistant Vice Chancellor for Assessment and Accreditation at least 14 days prior to site team arrival and must include the following: 1. At least one meeting, preferably the exit meeting, with the Provost and Assistant Vice Chancellor for Assessment and Accreditation 2. In the event the Provost or Assistant Vice Chancellor for Assessment and Accreditation cannot attend the meeting, the Sr. Associate Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs will attend 6. Any rejoinder or confirmation of fact correspondence after the site visit must be submitted to the Provost, Provost’s Executive Assistant, and Assistant Vice Chancellor for Assessment and Accreditation within 14 days of the deadline set by the accreditor. 7. All email correspondence between accreditor and program after the site visit and before the final accreditor decision regarding rejoinder and/or confirmation of fact must include the Provost, Provost’s Executive Assistant, and Assistant Vice Chancellor for Assessment and Accreditation 8. Team report, team recommendations, and accreditation affirmation letters must be sent to the Provost, Provost’s Executive Assistant, and Assistant Vice Chancellor for Assessment and Accreditation within 14 days of receipt --- ### Reaffirmation of Accreditation 1. Programs will submit a timeline 360 days in advance of the self-study submission deadline that outlines the milestones for developing and submitting all documents and self-study reports to the accreditor, Provost, Provost’s Executive Assistant, and Assistant Vice Chancellor for Assessment and Accreditation (template will be provided). 2. The following must be submitted to the Provost, Provost’s Executive Assistant, and Assistant Vice Chancellor for Assessment and Accreditation at least 30 days in advance of submission to programmatic accreditor: 1. Accreditation self-study or log-in to assurance argument system 2. A two-page summary of the strengths and potential concerns of the program based on the self-study analysis and report 3. Within 30 days of the site visit, the self-study director, program director, department chair, associate dean, and dean will meet with the Provost and Assistant Vice Chancellor for Assessment and Accreditation to review the accreditation process. This meeting should include a short presentation with the following information: review of accreditation process, expectations for the site visit, self-study highlights, strengths and potential concerns, and anticipated questions during the visit. 4. Site visit agenda must be provided to the Provost, Provost’s Executive Assistant, and Assistant Vice Chancellor for Assessment and Accreditation at least 14 days prior to site team arrival and must include the following: 1. At least one meeting, preferably the exit meeting, with the Provost and Assistant Vice Chancellor for Assessment and Accreditation 2. In the event the Provost or ASSISSTANT VICE CHANCELLOR for Assessment and Accreditation cannot attend the meeting, the Sr. Associate Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs will attend 5. Any rejoinder or confirmation of fact correspondence after the site visit must be submitted to the Provost, Provost’s Executive Assistant, and Assistant Vice Chancellor for Assessment and Accreditation within two weeks of the deadline set by the accreditor. 6. All email correspondence between accreditor and program after the site visit and before the final accreditor decision regarding rejoinder and/or confirmation of fact must include the Provost, Provost’s Executive Assistant, and Assistant Vice Chancellor for Assessment and Accreditation 7. Team report, team recommendations, and accreditation reaffirmation letters must be sent to the Provost, Provost’s Executive Assistant, and Assistant Vice Chancellor for Assessment and Accreditation within 14 days of receipt --- ### Post Hoc Process: Interim Monitoring1 1. In the event the programmatic accreditor requires interim monitoring of any type (report or focus visit), the following must be delivered to the Provost, Provost’s Executive Assistant, and Assistant Vice Chancellor for Assessment and Accreditation at least 30 days in advance of the programmatic accreditor’s deadline: 1. Interim report or log-in to assurance argument system 2. A two-page summary of the strengths and potential concerns of the program based on the follow-up improvements required for the interim report 2. If there is a focus visit, the site visit agenda must be provided to the Provost, Provost’s Executive Assistant, and Assistant Vice Chancellor for Assessment and Accreditation at least 14 days prior to site team arrival and must include the following: 1. At least one meeting, preferably the exit meeting, with the Provost and Assistant Vice Chancellor for Assessment and Accreditation 2. In the event the Provost or Assistant Vice Chancellor for Assessment and Accreditation cannot attend the meeting, the Sr. Associate Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs will attend 3. Interim report or site visit review letters must be sent to the Provost, Provost’s Executive Assistant, and Assistant Vice Chancellor for Assessment and Accreditation within two weeks of receipt > **1** Programmatic accreditation nomenclature varies from accreditor-to-accreditor. In some instances, particularly in health professions and public administration, the accreditor requires annual routine reports that are called “interim reports.” These types of routine interim reports are not subject to AAR review as discussed here. Interim monitoring in this context is related to addressing deficiencies in meeting the accreditor’s standards or criterion. Additionally, some accreditors require clinical site endorsements. This, too, is an exception to the formal communication process outlined in this document. The Provost and AAR are always willing to assist when needed with these types of reports and endorsements though. Please keep in close contact with the respective Dean and reach out to AAR for assistance when needed. --- ### Post Hoc Process: Recommendations for Next Reaffirmation 1. In the event the programmatic accreditor makes recommendations for the next reaffirmation, programs are required to make a progress report to the Provost and Assistant Vice Chancellor for Assessment and Accreditation one year from receipt of the team report and official accreditation letter. 1. If curriculum is mentioned, the Sr. Associate Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs should be contacted immediately to begin the curriculum revision process and necessary proposals 2. If retention is mentioned, the Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Retention should be consulted 3. If student-learning assessment is mentioned, the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Assessment and Accreditation should be consulted and assessment plans adapted to the accreditor’s recommendations 4. If hiring new faculty and/or staff is recommended, the Dean and Provost should begin making the necessary hiring arrangements 5. All other possible recommendations should be discussed with the appropriate department (i.e. Facilities Management; internship sites; preceptors; etc.) --- ### Notes This communication process may be altered to fit the accreditor’s processes when appropriate. However, the Provost Office must have clear communication and a reasonable amount of time to review self-study reports, rejoinder or confirmation of fact correspondence, interim monitoring reports, and/or site visit meeting requests. # Specialized Accreditations This page provides a comprehensive list of **academic accreditations and campus endorsements**. These specialized accreditations reflect Arkansas State University’s commitment to academic excellence and compliance with professional standards across a wide range of disciplines. Arkansas State University is accredited by the regional institutional accreditor, the **[Higher Learning Commission](https://kb.astate.edu/books/accreditation/page/higher-learning-commission-hlc)**. Individual programs are then accredited by specialized accrediting agencies for the respective programs. --- ## Specialized Accrediting Agencies These accrediting organizations set the academic standards by which their member institutions must comply. --- ### College of Business **Accreditor: [The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business – International (AACSB)](http://www.aacsb.edu/)** **Accredited Degrees:** - Accounting, BS, MAcc - Business Administration, BS, MBA - Economics, BA, BS - Finance, BS - Global Supply Chain Management, BS - Information Systems and Business Analytics, BS - International Business, BS - Management, BS - Marketing, BS --- ### College of Education and Behavioral Science **Accreditor: [Association for Play Therapy (APT)](https://www.a4pt.org/page/CredentialsHomepage/Play-Therapy-Credentials.htm)** **Accredited Degrees:** - Play Therapy, GC **Accreditor: [Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)](http://www.cacrep.org/)** **Accredited Degrees:** - Clinical Mental Health Counseling, EdS **Accreditor: [Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)](http://caepnet.org/)** **Accredited Degrees:** - Agricultural Education, BSA - Art and Design, BFA - Business Technology, MAT - Curriculum & Instruction, MSE - Early Childhood Education, MSE - Elementary Education, BSE - Educational Leadership, MSE, EdS - English Education, BSE - Gifted, Talented & Creative Education, MSE - Master of Art in Teaching, MAT - Mathematics Education, BSE - Mid-Level Education, BSE - Music Education, BME - Physical Education, BSE - Reading, MSE, EdS - School Counseling, MSE - Social Science Education, BSE - Special Education (K–12), BSE, MSE, MAT - World Languages & Cultures, BSE **Accreditor: [Commission on Sport Management Accreditation (COSMA)](http://www.cosmaweb.org/)** **Accredited Degrees:** - Sport Management, BS - Sport Administration, MS **Accreditor: [National Association of School Psychologists (NASP)](http://www.nasponline.org/)** **Accredited Degrees:** - School Psychology, EdS --- ### College of Engineering and Computer Science **Accreditor: [ABET – Engineering Accreditation Commission](https://www.abet.org/)** **Accredited Degrees:** - Civil Engineering, BS - Under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Civil and similarly named engineering programs. - Electrical Engineering, BS - Under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Electrical, Computer, Communications, Telecommunication(s) and similarly named engineering programs. - Mechanical Engineering, BS - Under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Mechanical and similarly named engineering programs. --- ### College of Liberal Arts & Communication **Accreditor: [National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD)](http://nasad.arts-accredit.org/)** **Accredited Degrees:** - Art, BA, BFA - Art Education, BFA, MA - Graphic Design, BFA **Accreditor: [National Association of Schools of Music (NASM)](http://nasm.arts-accredit.org/)** **Accredited Degrees:** - Composition, BM, MM - Music, BM - **Concentrations:** Composition, Instrumental Performance, Keyboard Performance, Voice Performance - Music, MM - **Concentrations**: Collaborative Piano, Composition, Conducting (Choral, Instrumental), Jazz Studies, Music Industry, Performance (Instrumental or Vocal), Piano Pedagogy - Music Education, BME - **Concentrations**: Instrumental Music, Vocal Music - Music Education, MME - **Concentrations**: Choral, Instrumental - Music Performance, BM, MM **Accreditor: [National Association of Schools of Theatre (NAST)](http://nast.arts-accredit.org/)** **Accredited Degrees:** - Theatre, BA (General) **Application in Process:** - Theatre, BA (Acting, Design Technology, Musical Theatre) **Accreditor: [Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communication (ACEJMC)](http://www.aejmc.org/)** **Accredited Degrees:** - Multimedia Journalism, BS **Accreditor: [Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration (NASPAA)](http://www.naspaa.org/)** **Accredited Degrees:** - Public Administration, MPA --- ### College of Nursing & Health Professions **Accreditor: [Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)](http://www.acenursing.org/)** **Accredited Degrees:** - Nursing, AASN, BSN, MSN - Nursing, DNP (Candidacy) **Accreditor: [Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA)](https://acoteonline.org/)** **Accredited Degrees:** - Nurse Anesthesia, MSN, DNP (Candidacy) **Accreditor: [Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE)](http://www.caate.net/imis15/caate/)** **Accredited Degrees:** - Athletic Training, MAT **Accreditor: [Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)](http://www.capteonline.org/)** **Accredited Degrees:** - Physical Therapy, DPT - Physical Therapist Assistant, AAS **Accreditor: [Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE)](https://acoteonline.org/)** **Accredited Degrees:** - Occupational Therapy Assistant, AAS - Occupational Therapy Doctorate, OTD **Accreditor: [National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS)](http://www.naacls.org/)** **Accredited Degrees:** - Clinical Lab Scientist/Medical Technologist, BS - Clinical Lab Technician/Medical Lab Tech, AAS **Accreditor:[ Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)](https://www.caahep.org/Students/Find-a-Program.aspx)** **Accredited Degrees:** - Radiologic Sciences, emphasis in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, BSRS **Accreditor: [Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)](http://www.jrcert.org/)** **Accredited Degrees:** - Radiologic Sciences, emphasis in Magnetic Resonance Imaging, BSRS - Radiologic Sciences, emphasis in Radiation Therapy, BSRS - Radiologic Sciences, emphasis in Radiography, BSRS **Accreditor: [Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (ASHA/CAA)](http://www.asha.org/academic/accreditation/)** **Accredited Degrees:** - Communication Disorders, MCD **Accreditor: [Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)](http://www.cswe.org/)** **Accredited Degrees:** - Social Work, BSW, MSW **Accreditor: [Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND)](https://www.eatrightpro.org/acend)** **Accredited Degrees:** - Coordinated Program in Dietetics, MS **Accreditor: [Council for the Accreditation of Emergency Management and Homeland Security Education (CAEMHSE)](https://www.caemhse.education/)** **Accredited Degrees:** - Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management, AAS, BS, MS **Accreditor: [Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP)](http://www.coaemsp.org/)** **Accredited Degrees:** **Application in Process (Status: Letter of Review):** - Paramedic, AAS, TC **Accreditor: [American Diabetes Association](http://www.diabetes.org/)** **Accredited Degrees:** - Diabetes Self-Management Program **Accreditor: [Arkansas Department of Health Emergency Medical Services](https://www.healthy.arkansas.gov/programs-services/topics/emergency-medical-services)** **Accredited Degrees:** - Emergency Medical Technician-Basic CP Program --- ### College of Sciences & Mathematics **Accreditor: [American Chemical Society (ACS)](http://www.acs.org/)** **Accredited Degrees:** - Chemistry, BS --- ### University College **Accreditor: [National Alliance of Concurrent Enrollment Partnerships (NACEP)](http://www.nacep.org/)** **Accredited Program:** - Concurrent Enrollment --- ### ASU Museum **Accreditor: [American Association of Museums (AAM)](http://www.aam-us.org/)** --- ### International Center for English **Accreditor: [Commission on English Language Program Accreditation (CEA)](http://cea-accredit.org/)** **Accredited Program:** - English Learning Academy --- ### Facilities Management **Accreditor: [APPA (Association of Physical Plant Administrators) - *Leadership in Educational Facilities*](https://www.appa.org/) Recognition:** - APPA Award for Excellence, Facilities Management Evaluation Program (FMEP) --- ### University Police Department **Accreditor: [Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA)](http://www.calea.org/)** # Institutional Memberships
Arkansas State University holds institutional membership in a wide range of agencies, councils, and organizations that support the quality and advancement of its academic programs. These memberships reflect A-State’s commitment to academic excellence, professional engagement, and continuous improvement across disciplines. ## Major Institutional Memberships American Assembly of Collegiate Schools of Business American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education American Association of Colleges of Nursing American Association of State Colleges and Universities American Association of State Colleges of Agriculture and Renewable Resources American Mathematical Society American Occupational Therapy Association American Physical Therapy Association Central ACCE Consortia (MO, KS, OK, AR) American Society for Engineering Education American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Arkansas Academy of Science Arkansas Council for Women in Higher Education Arkansas Institutional Research Organization Arkansas Research Alliance Association for University Business and Economic Research Association of American Colleges and Universities Association of Public & Land-Grant Universities Association of Schools of Allied Health Professions Association of College Educators in Radiologic Technology Association of Schools of Advancing Health Professions Association of Schools of Journalism and Mass Communications Broadcast Education Association College Reading and Learning Association Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education Commission on Sport Management Accreditation Conference of Southern Graduate Schools Council for Accreditation of Educator Preparation Council for Advancement and Support of Education Council of Colleges of Arts & Sciences Council of Graduate Schools Council on Social Work Education Council on Undergraduate Research European Teacher Education Network International Registry of Counsellor Education Programs (Founding Member) International Student Exchange Jonesboro Unlimited National Association of College and University Business Officers National Association of Colleges and University Attorneys National Association of Fellowships Advisors National Association of Schools of Art and Design National Association of Schools of Music National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration National Collegiate Honors Council National Council on Rehabilitation Education National League for Nursing National Student Exchange Non-land-grant Agricultural and Renewable Resources Universities North Central Association of Colleges and Schools Oak Ridge Associated Universities Southern Council on Collegiate Education for Nursing Southern Regional Education Board Teacher Education Council of State Colleges and Universities American Chemical Society
--- ### Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) Since 2004, Arkansas State University has been a member of **Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU)**, a consortium of more than 120 colleges and universities that partners with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). ORAU connects students and faculty with research opportunities at federal laboratories and promotes collaboration among member institutions. Through the **Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE)**, the DOE facility that ORAU operates, A-State students and faculty have access to: - Research appointments and internships across a wide range of disciplines, including: - Business - Earth sciences - epidemiology - Engineering - Physics - Geological sciences - Pharmacology - Ocean sciences - Biomedical sciences - Nuclear chemistry - Mathematics. - Fellowship and scholarship opportunities - Programs designed to support underrepresented students in STEM fields A comprehensive listing of these programs and other opportunities, their disciplines, and details on locations and benefits can be found in the **[ORISE Catalog of Education and Training Programs.](http://see.orau.org)** Appointment and program lengths range from one month to four years. ORAU's Office of Partnership Development also seeks opportunities for partnerships and alliances among ORAU's members, private industry, and major federal facilities. Activities include: - Faculty development programs, such as the *Ralph E. Powe Junior Faculty Enhancement Awards* - The *Visiting Industrial Scholars Program* - Consortium research funding initiatives - Faculty research and support programs - Services to chief research officers For more information, visit the **[ORAU Home Page](http://www.orau.org/)**.