Is Eastern Gateway Community College still accredited? 

Yes, Eastern Gateway Community College remains an accredited institution throughout the probationary period. The college is actively working on compliance issues and working to resolve them. 

Does this affect my degree if I have graduated or graduate while EGCC is on probation?

This does not affect the awarding or recognition of degrees, or transferability for past, present or future students.

What does this probation mean? 

Probation is a temporary public sanction that attaches to an institution’s accreditation status. This status indicates that an accredited institution is no longer in compliance with one or more of HLC’s Criteria for Accreditation or Federal Compliance Requirements or is out of line with the Assumed Practices. 

How long does this probation last? 

The probation status will be reviewed during a focused site visit late spring 2024. 

Will my Financial Aid be affected? 

The Financial Aid process will not change at Eastern Gateway.Students can still apply and receive Financial Aid. 

Is the school closing? 

No, Eastern Gateway is not closing our online or campus locations. The college is actively working on compliance issues and working to resolve them. 

What is the plan to get off probation? 

Eastern Gateway is actively resolving ongoing issue sand committed to improving the 

institution’s planning and policies related to accreditation status. 

How long has the administration been aware of this? 

The communication of the extension of probation was received November 8, 2023. 

Why did this happen? 

The Institution is on probation for being out of compliance with HLC’s Criteria for Accreditation. This includes: 

• Criterion Five, Core Component 5B Resource Based 
• Assumed Practices D3 Future Financial Projections 
• Federal Compliance FDCR.A.10.060 Title IV Program Responsibilities 

Will any of the student support services be impacted? 

Students will still have ongoing access to all our student support services, such as tutoring, career development, accessibility, library services, and more. 

How does this affect our current partnerships? 

Currently, all partnerships are still in place with no immediate changes. 

Will this affect transferring credit to other institutions? 

In terms of transferring credits, as always, we encourage students to double check with the institution they are moving on to ensure the institution will accept their credits. However, probation does not automatically impact the transfer of credits. As always, accepting credits is up to the receiving institution. 

Will this impact students’ success at the college? 

The college administration, faculty, and staff are committed to achieving student success for all Eastern Gateway learners. Our students are the most important stakeholders, and we are focused on our vision: Creating Opportunities, Changing Lives.