Welcome to the IACDE Accreditation Application

Thank you for your interest in seeking accreditation through the International Accrediting Commission for Digital Education (IACDE).

Eligibility

Institutions and organizations are eligible to apply if they:

• Deliver education, training, or credentialing programs primarily through online, hybrid, or digital platforms;
• Operate as a university, college, academy, institute, school, certification provider, professional association, or specialized training body;
• Align with IACDE’s mission to promote quality, integrity, and innovation in digital education.

IACDE offers two paths to recognition:

• Institutional Accreditation – for accrediting the entire institution.
• Programmatic Accreditation – for accrediting specific programs, departments, or offerings.

Candidate Status is open to institutions or programs that meet eligibility requirements and are prepared to formally engage in the accreditation process.

Full Accreditation is awarded only after demonstrating a minimum of one year of continuous operation, including documentation of student outcomes and institutional effectiveness.

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Application Review & Invoicing Process

No payment is required at the time of application submission.

All completed applications undergo a structured eligibility review by the IACDE Accreditation Review Team.

• Applications are evaluated for organizational structure, governance, digital delivery model, and alignment with IACDE standards.
• Applicants will receive a formal determination within 3–7 business days.
• If additional information is required, our team will contact you directly.

Upon approval for Candidate Status, an official invoice will be issued.

Candidate Status is activated only after payment of the invoiced Candidate Entry Fee.

Institutions advancing to full accreditation will be invoiced separately upon formal submission of the Self-Study.

Submission of this application does not guarantee approval for Candidate Status or full accreditation.

IACDE reserves the right to request additional documentation, delay review, or deny applications based on eligibility, compliance, or institutional integrity standards.

Please complete all required sections carefully, upload necessary documents, and submit your application to begin the review process.

Accreditation Application Fee Structure

The International Accrediting Commission for Digital Education (IACDE) utilizes a structured, staged fee model aligned with each phase of the accreditation process.

Application Review

No fee is required at the time of application submission.

All completed applications undergo a formal eligibility review conducted by the IACDE Accreditation Review Team.

Submission of an application does not guarantee approval for Candidate Status.

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Candidate Entry Fee (Invoiced Upon Approval)

Institutions approved to enter Candidate Status will receive a formal approval letter and an official invoice for the Candidate Entry Fee.

Candidate Entry Fee: $1,365 (Inclusive of 5% Administrative Surcharge)

This single fee includes:

• Application review and eligibility determination
• Candidate Recognition Status
• Official IACDE Candidate Badge
• Public Directory Listing
• Access to accreditation advisory support during candidacy

Candidate Status is activated upon receipt of payment.

All invoiced fees are non-refundable once Candidate Status is granted.

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Full Accreditation Fee (Invoiced at Self-Study Submission)

Institutions advancing to full accreditation will be invoiced upon submission of the Self-Study and prior to peer review.

• Small (1–250 students): $2,500 + 5% surcharge
• Medium (251–1,000 students): $3,000 + 5% surcharge
• Large (1,001+ students): $4,000 + 5% surcharge

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Annual Accreditation Maintenance Fee

$500 per year + 5% administrative surcharge

This annual fee maintains active accreditation status, public directory listing, and ongoing compliance monitoring.

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Important Notes

• No payment is required to submit an application.
• Fees are assessed only after formal approval to enter Candidate Status.
• IACDE reserves the right to request additional documentation, delay review, or deny applications based on eligibility, compliance, or institutional integrity standards.

IACDE Accreditation Fee Schedule

Stage	Fee Description	Amount	When Paid
Application Submission	Eligibility Review	No Fee Required	No payment required at submission
Candidate Status Approval	Candidate Entry Fee (Includes Application Review & Recognition)	$1,365 (Inclusive of 5% Surcharge)	Invoiced upon formal approval for Candidate Status
Self-Study Submission	Full Accreditation Fee	Small (1–250 students): $2,500 + 5%	Invoiced upon Self-Study submission prior to peer review
		Medium (251–1,000 students): $3,000 + 5%
		Large (1,001+ students): $4,000 + 5%
Full Accreditation Awarded	Annual Maintenance Fee	$500 per year + 5% surcharge	Payable annually after full accreditation is awarded

* The Candidate Entry Fee of $1,365 includes both the application review and candidate recognition components. A 5% administrative surcharge is incorporated into the listed amount where applicable. Full Accreditation and Annual Maintenance Fees include a 5% administrative surcharge added at the time of invoicing.