For further information about accreditation, please contact:
Donald L. Feke
Senior Vice Provost for Academic and Faculty Affairs
Office of the Provost
Phone: 216.368.4343
Email: donald.feke@case.edu
Case Western Reserve University has been accredited since 1913 by the Higher Learning Commission, one of the six regional agencies that accredit U.S. colleges and universities at the institutional level.
2025 Accreditation Review
In July 2025, Case Western Reserve University earned reaffirmation of its accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). CWRU has been continuously accredited by the HLC since 1913, and this most recent reaffirmation follows a comprehensive review process as part of the commission’s 10-year accreditation cycle. The next comprehensive review will take place in 2034–35.
The university is chartered as an educational institution under the laws of the State of Ohio and holds a Certificate of Authorization from the Ohio Department of Higher Education.
Accredited Programs
Case Western Reserve University is accredited at the institutional level by the Higher Learning Commission, 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500, Chicago, Illinois 60604-1411; 312-263-0456; 800-621-7440; FAX: 312-263-7462. In addition, many of Case Western Reserve's individual programs are accredited by nationally recognized professional associations. View the full list of accredited programs.