IACDE Accreditation Application

IACDE Accreditation Application
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 all institutions or programs that meet these eligibility requirements and are ready to 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.

Please complete all required sections carefully, upload necessary documents, and submit your application materials as directed to proceed.
SECTION 1: Applicant Information
Institution or Organization Name
Enter the full legal name of your institution or organization.
Primary Contact Person
Enter the full name of the individual responsible for this application.
Title of Primary Contact Person
Primary Contact Email Address
Enter the official email address for communications regarding this application.
Primary Contact Phone Number

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SECTION 2: Type of Accreditation Sought
Please select the accreditation type you are applying for:

Institutional Accreditation (for accrediting the entire institution)Programmatic Accreditation (for accrediting specific programs or offerings
SECTION 3: Programs (for Programmatic Applicants Only)
Programs Submitted for Programmatic Accreditation
If applying for Programmatic Accreditation, please list the names of all programs, departments, or learning tracks you are submitting for review. If applying for Institutional Accreditation, you may leave this section blank.
SECTION 4: Operational Status
Please select your current status:

New Institution/Program (Applying for Candidate Status)Established Institution/Program (Applying for Full Accreditation)
Institution or Organization Year Founded
Enter the year your institution or organization was established.
Years of Continuous Operation
Enter the total number of years your institution has operated continuously without interruption.
SECTION 5: Upload Required Documents
Based on your selected operational status, please upload the following documents: For New Institutions/Programs (Candidate Status Applicants):
- Institutional or Program Overview (required)
- Preliminary Organizational Chart (required)
- Strategic Plan or Planning Documents (optional)
- Projected Student Outcomes (optional)
For Established Institutions/Programs (Full Accreditation Applicants):
- Institutional or Program Profile (required)
- Verified Student Outcomes Data (required)
- Organizational Chart (required)
- Catalog, Handbook, or Academic Policies (required)
Upload Institutional or Programmatic Profile

Allowed File Types: PDF, DOCX, XLSX.
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Upload Any Additional Supporting Documents (Optional)

Upload any additional documents that support your application.
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SECTION 6: Certification of Accuracy
Applicant Certification and Agreement

I certify that I am an authorized representative of the institution or program listed above and that the information provided in this application is true, complete, and accurate. I understand that achieving Candidate Status does not guarantee Full Accreditation. I acknowledge that Full Accreditation requires at least one year of continuous operational history with supporting data.
Type Full Legal Name as Signature
Type Your Official Job Title
Date of Certification

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SECTION 7: APPLICATION FEES
Accreditation Application Fees and Payment Structure

The International Accrediting Commission for Digital Education (IACDE) requires the following fees throughout the accreditation process:
- Application Fee ($600–$650 + 5% surcharge) — Due at the time of application. Non-refundable. Covers the initial eligibility review for Candidate Status.
- Candidate Recognition Fee ($650 + 5% surcharge) — Due upon approval for Candidate Status, before issuance of the Candidate Badge, Candidate Directory Listing, and advisor support access. Institutions selecting only the Application Fee at this time will receive a separate invoice for the Candidate Recognition Fee once approved.
- Full Accreditation Fee
  - Small (1–250 students): $2,500 + 5%
  - Medium (251–1,000 students): $3,000 + 5%
  - Large (1,001+ students): $4,000 + 5%
  — Due upon submission of the Self-Study and prior to peer review. Institutions will receive a separate invoice for the Full Accreditation Fee at the time of Self-Study submission.
- Annual Accreditation Maintenance Fee ($500/year + 5% surcharge) — Payable each year after full accreditation is awarded to maintain active accreditation status and public listing.
Applicants must pay the Application Fee at the time of submission. Institutions approved for Candidate Status will be invoiced for the Candidate Recognition Fee. Institutions submitting their Self-Study for full accreditation will be invoiced separately for the Full Accreditation Fee.
Fee Table

IACDE Accreditation Fee Schedule

Stage	Fee Description	Amount	When Paid
Application	Application Fee	$600–$650 (+5% surcharge)	Paid with application submission
Candidate Status Approval	Candidate Recognition Fee	$650 (+5% surcharge)	Invoiced after candidacy approved (or prepaid)
Self-Study Submission	Full Accreditation Fee	Small (1–250 students): $2,500 (+5%)	Invoiced after self-study submission
		Medium (251–1,000 students): $3,000 (+5%)
		Large (1,001+ students): $4,000 (+5%)
Full Accreditation Awarded	Annual Maintenance Fee	$500/year (+5% surcharge)	Paid yearly after full accreditation is awarded

* A 5% administrative surcharge is applied to all fees to account for inflation, operational costs, and annual review adjustments. Final invoice totals will reflect this surcharge.

PAYMENT OPTIONS

Please select your preferred payment option. Applicants who pay only the Application Fee will be invoiced separately for the Candidate Recognition Fee after candidacy approval. If you prefer to pay by bank draft, please email us at accreditation@iacde.org for instructions and mailing details. Kindly include your institution name and the purpose of payment in your message.
Select Your Payment Option:

Candidate Status Application Fee Only$600–$650 + 5% surchargeCandidate Status Application Fee + Candidate Recognition Fee Prepay$1,250–$1,300 + 5% surcharge (exact total shown at checkout)
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Option 1: Application Fee – Emerging or Nonprofit InstitutionBase Fee: $600 + 5% Administrative Surcharge: $30.00 Pay the required Application Fee to initiate candidacy review.
$630.00



Option 2: Application Fee – Established or Funded InstitutionFor all other institutions or organizations. Base Fee: $650+ 5% Administrative Surcharge: $32.50
$682.50



Option 3: Prepay – Application Fee + Candidate Recognition Fee (Emerging or Nonprofit Institution)Base Fees: $600 + $650 = $1,250 + 5% Surcharge: $62.50
$1,312.50



Option 4: Prepay – Application Fee + Candidate Recognition Fee (Established or Funded Institution)Base Fees: $650 + $650 = $1,300 + 5% Surcharge: $65.00
$1,365.00



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Important Final Notes:
- The Application Fee is non-refundable, regardless of the final outcome of the application review.
- Submission of the application and payment of the Application Fee does not automatically guarantee approval for Candidate Status or full accreditation.
- Candidate Status will only be granted after submission of the required documents demonstrating basic eligibility and operational readiness.
- Institutions granted Candidate Status will have up to two (2) year to address any discrepancies, complete the Self-Study, and meet all accreditation standards.
- Full Accreditation is awarded only after successful completion of the Self-Study, peer review, and full compliance with all IACDE standards.
- IACDE reserves the right to request additional documentation, delay candidacy or accreditation review, or deny applications based on eligibility, compliance, or organizational integrity concerns.
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