YSU gets continued accreditation

YOUNGSTOWN — The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools has awarded Youngstown State University full continued accreditation.

The commission also approved YSU’s request to offer a new doctor of physical therapy degree, its second doctoral program. YSU will award its first doctor of physical therapy degrees in August. The HLC board also approved YSU’s request to expand online courses and degree programs.

“This is a critical step in the academic future of the institution,” YSU President David C. Sweet said. “While we have achieved much over these past two years, the continuing accreditation of the institution could be our single most important accomplishment. It is confirmation that the university is working well to serve our students and the community.”

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