Accreditation

Accreditation is a process that evaluates the quality of an institution’s academic programs, operations and support services while providing a framework for continuous improvement. Anoka-Ramsey is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and some degree programs have specialized accreditations.  

Institutional Accreditation 

Anoka-Ramsey Community College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditor recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Anoka-Ramsey will undergo a Comprehensive Evaluation for Reaffirmation of Accreditation with Higher Learning Commission in Spring 2027 as part of the 10-year Open Pathway Cycle.

Higher Learning Commission
230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500
Chicago, Illinois 60604-1411
Toll Free: 800-621-7440
www.hlcommission.org

Specialized Accreditation

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Registered Nursing AS

Accredited by Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. (ACEN)

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Physical Therapist Assistant AAS

Accredited by Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)

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Music AFA

Accredited by National Association of Schools of Music (NASM)

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Business and Accounting Associate Degrees

Accredited by Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)

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Questions? We can help.

Claire Gibbons, Accreditation Liaison Officer for HLC and Dean of Institutional Effectiveness

• claire.gibbons@anokaramsey.edu
• 763-433-1185

Academic and Student Affairs

• 763-433-1271