What is accreditation?
Accreditation is a method of quality assurance that identifies schools their adherence to a particular set of educational standards.  Accreditation helps to drive student achievement and the ongoing improvement of an educational institution.  Accreditation not only examines an institution’s organizational effectiveness, it also takes a close look at the entire scope of the institution to see how well it is suited to meet the needs of its students. The accreditation process, which is vigorous and stringent, allows the institution to examine itself and its adherence to its mission.

Is Paul Quinn College accredited?
Yes, Paul Quinn is fully accredited.

By whom is the College accredited?
Paul Quinn is accredited by the Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools (TRACS).   We were accredited by TRACS and granted a Certificate of Authority by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board in 2011.

Is this a “legitimate” accrediting agency?
Absolutely!  TRACS is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, the Council for Higher Education Accreditation in addition to several other national agencies.  TRACS is also recognized by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.

Does this mean Paul Quinn receives federal financial aid?
Yes it does.  Our students receive Pell Grants in addition to other forms of need-based financial aid.