Online Learning and State Authorization
Online Learning
Online students are working professionals, parents, veterans and active members of the military who are able to earn their degree while successfully balancing other responsibilities. We offer evening and online courses in a supportive environment, making higher education both accessible and attainable. Spalding currently offers 16 programs that can be completed in the online environment.
State Authorization
Spalding University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Spalding University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Spalding University is licensed to operate as an independent institution in Kentucky by the Kentucky Council on Post-Secondary Education (CPE).
Online Program Disclosures
Bachelor of Science in Accounting
Spalding University has been approved to offer an online delivery format for this degree by the Kentucky Council of Post-Secondary Education (CPE) and the Southern Association of College and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSOC), and the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement SARA. Spalding has been a member of SARA since 2017.
Spalding can offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. states and territories through the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Spalding can also offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. territories, as it has been determined that the territory does not have any regulations or statutes that govern online education programs: Northern Mariana Islands, Micronesia.
Spalding cannot offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in California, the Marshall Islands, American Samoa, Guam and Palau. However, applicants may apply to an in-person or hybrid degree delivery format option for the degree, if offered.
Academic programs that prepare students for professional licensure are listed in the Professional Licensure section of this page. To determine if Spalding program meets the educational requirements for the applicant’s state or territory of residence, it is strongly recommended that applicants review the Licensure Disclosure for that program prior to applying.
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Spalding University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Spalding University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Spalding University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org)
SACSCOC should be contacted only for accreditation-related reasons. Spalding University’s SACSCOC Accreditation Liaison officer should be consulted before any inquiries are made to SACSCOC. Contact the Office of Institutional Effectiveness with any questions at (502) 873-4363.
KY Council for Postsecondary Education
Spalding University is licensed to operate as an independent institution in Kentucky by the Kentucky Council on Post-Secondary Education (CPE). To file a complaint against an institution licensed by CPE, please submit your complaint in writing to Sarah Levy, Director of Postsecondary Licensing, Council on Postsecondary Education, 1024 Capital Center Drive, Suite 320, Frankfort, KY 40601
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Spalding University has been approved to offer an online delivery format for this degree by the Kentucky Council of Post-Secondary Education (CPE) and the Southern Association of College and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSOC), and the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement SARA. Spalding has been a member of SARA since 2017.
Spalding can offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. states and territories through the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Spalding can also offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. territories, as it has been determined that the territory does not have any regulations or statutes that govern online education programs: Northern Mariana Islands, Micronesia.
Spalding cannot offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in California, the Marshall Islands, American Samoa, Guam and Palau. However, applicants may apply to an in-person or hybrid degree delivery format option for the degree, if offered.
Academic programs that prepare students for professional licensure are listed in the Professional Licensure section of this page. To determine if Spalding program meets the educational requirements for the applicant’s state or territory of residence, it is strongly recommended that applicants review the Licensure Disclosure for that program prior to applying.
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Spalding University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Spalding University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Spalding University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org)
SACSCOC should be contacted only for accreditation-related reasons. Spalding University’s SACSCOC Accreditation Liaison officer should be consulted before any inquiries are made to SACSCOC. Contact the Office of Institutional Effectiveness with any questions at (502) 873-4363.
KY Council for Postsecondary Education
Spalding University is licensed to operate as an independent institution in Kentucky by the Kentucky Council on Post-Secondary Education (CPE). To file a complaint against an institution licensed by CPE, please submit your complaint in writing to Sarah Levy, Director of Postsecondary Licensing, Council on Postsecondary Education, 1024 Capital Center Drive, Suite 320, Frankfort, KY 40601
Bachelor of Science in Communication
Spalding University has been approved to offer an online delivery format for this degree by the Kentucky Council of Post-Secondary Education (CPE) and the Southern Association of College and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSOC), and the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement SARA. Spalding has been a member of SARA since 2017.
Spalding can offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. states and territories through the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Spalding can also offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. territories, as it has been determined that the territory does not have any regulations or statutes that govern online education programs: Northern Mariana Islands, Micronesia.
Spalding cannot offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in California, the Marshall Islands, American Samoa, Guam and Palau. However, applicants may apply to an in-person or hybrid degree delivery format option for the degree, if offered.
Academic programs that prepare students for professional licensure are listed in the Professional Licensure section of this page. To determine if Spalding program meets the educational requirements for the applicant’s state or territory of residence, it is strongly recommended that applicants review the Licensure Disclosure for that program prior to applying.
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Spalding University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Spalding University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Spalding University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org)
SACSCOC should be contacted only for accreditation-related reasons. Spalding University’s SACSCOC Accreditation Liaison officer should be consulted before any inquiries are made to SACSCOC. Contact the Office of Institutional Effectiveness with any questions at (502) 873-4363.
KY Council for Postsecondary Education
Spalding University is licensed to operate as an independent institution in Kentucky by the Kentucky Council on Post-Secondary Education (CPE). To file a complaint against an institution licensed by CPE, please submit your complaint in writing to Sarah Levy, Director of Postsecondary Licensing, Council on Postsecondary Education, 1024 Capital Center Drive, Suite 320, Frankfort, KY 40601
Bachelor of Science in Health Science
Spalding University has been approved to offer an online delivery format for this degree by the Kentucky Council of Post-Secondary Education (CPE) and the Southern Association of College and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSOC), and the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement SARA. Spalding has been a member of SARA since 2017.
Spalding can offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. states and territories through the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Spalding can also offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. territories, as it has been determined that the territory does not have any regulations or statutes that govern online education programs: Northern Mariana Islands, Micronesia.
Spalding cannot offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in California, the Marshall Islands, American Samoa, Guam and Palau. However, applicants may apply to an in-person or hybrid degree delivery format option for the degree, if offered.
Academic programs that prepare students for professional licensure are listed in the Professional Licensure section of this page. To determine if Spalding program meets the educational requirements for the applicant’s state or territory of residence, it is strongly recommended that applicants review the Licensure Disclosure for that program prior to applying.
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Spalding University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Spalding University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Spalding University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org)
SACSCOC should be contacted only for accreditation-related reasons. Spalding University’s SACSCOC Accreditation Liaison officer should be consulted before any inquiries are made to SACSCOC. Contact the Office of Institutional Effectiveness with any questions at (502) 873-4363.
KY Council for Postsecondary Education
Spalding University is licensed to operate as an independent institution in Kentucky by the Kentucky Council on Post-Secondary Education (CPE). To file a complaint against an institution licensed by CPE, please submit your complaint in writing to Sarah Levy, Director of Postsecondary Licensing, Council on Postsecondary Education, 1024 Capital Center Drive, Suite 320, Frankfort, KY 40601
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Spalding University has been approved to offer an online delivery format for this degree by the Kentucky Council of Post-Secondary Education (CPE) and the Southern Association of College and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSOC), and the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement SARA. Spalding has been a member of SARA since 2017.
Spalding can offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. states and territories through the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Spalding can also offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. territories, as it has been determined that the territory does not have any regulations or statutes that govern online education programs: Northern Mariana Islands, Micronesia.
Spalding cannot offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in California, the Marshall Islands, American Samoa, Guam and Palau. However, applicants may apply to an in-person or hybrid degree delivery format option for the degree, if offered.
Academic programs that prepare students for professional licensure are listed in the Professional Licensure section of this page. To determine if Spalding program meets the educational requirements for the applicant’s state or territory of residence, it is strongly recommended that applicants review the Licensure Disclosure for that program prior to applying.
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Spalding University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Spalding University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Spalding University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org)
SACSCOC should be contacted only for accreditation-related reasons. Spalding University’s SACSCOC Accreditation Liaison officer should be consulted before any inquiries are made to SACSCOC. Contact the Office of Institutional Effectiveness with any questions at (502) 873-4363.
KY Council for Postsecondary Education
Spalding University is licensed to operate as an independent institution in Kentucky by the Kentucky Council on Post-Secondary Education (CPE). To file a complaint against an institution licensed by CPE, please submit your complaint in writing to Sarah Levy, Director of Postsecondary Licensing, Council on Postsecondary Education, 1024 Capital Center Drive, Suite 320, Frankfort, KY 40601
Master of Arts in School Counseling
Spalding University has been approved to offer an online delivery format for this degree by the Kentucky Council of Post-Secondary Education (CPE) and the Southern Association of College and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSOC), and the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement SARA. Spalding has been a member of SARA since 2017.
Spalding can offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. states and territories through the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Spalding can also offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. territories, as it has been determined that the territory does not have any regulations or statutes that govern online education programs: Northern Mariana Islands, Micronesia.
Spalding cannot offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in California, the Marshall Islands, American Samoa, Guam and Palau. However, applicants may apply to an in-person or hybrid degree delivery format option for the degree, if offered.
Academic programs that prepare students for professional licensure are listed in the Professional Licensure section of this page. To determine if Spalding program meets the educational requirements for the applicant’s state or territory of residence, it is strongly recommended that applicants review the Licensure Disclosure for that program prior to applying.
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Spalding University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Spalding University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Spalding University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org)
SACSCOC should be contacted only for accreditation-related reasons. Spalding University’s SACSCOC Accreditation Liaison officer should be consulted before any inquiries are made to SACSCOC. Contact the Office of Institutional Effectiveness with any questions at (502) 873-4363.
KY Council for Postsecondary Education
Spalding University is licensed to operate as an independent institution in Kentucky by the Kentucky Council on Post-Secondary Education (CPE). To file a complaint against an institution licensed by CPE, please submit your complaint in writing to Sarah Levy, Director of Postsecondary Licensing, Council on Postsecondary Education, 1024 Capital Center Drive, Suite 320, Frankfort, KY 40601
Master of Education in Teacher Leader
Spalding University has been approved to offer an online delivery format for this degree by the Kentucky Council of Post-Secondary Education (CPE) and the Southern Association of College and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSOC), and the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement SARA. Spalding has been a member of SARA since 2017.
Spalding can offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. states and territories through the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Spalding can also offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. territories, as it has been determined that the territory does not have any regulations or statutes that govern online education programs: Northern Mariana Islands, Micronesia.
Spalding cannot offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in California, the Marshall Islands, American Samoa, Guam and Palau. However, applicants may apply to an in-person or hybrid degree delivery format option for the degree, if offered.
Academic programs that prepare students for professional licensure are listed in the Professional Licensure section of this page. To determine if Spalding program meets the educational requirements for the applicant’s state or territory of residence, it is strongly recommended that applicants review the Licensure Disclosure for that program prior to applying.
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Spalding University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Spalding University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Spalding University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org)
SACSCOC should be contacted only for accreditation-related reasons. Spalding University’s SACSCOC Accreditation Liaison officer should be consulted before any inquiries are made to SACSCOC. Contact the Office of Institutional Effectiveness with any questions at (502) 873-4363.
KY Council for Postsecondary Education
Spalding University is licensed to operate as an independent institution in Kentucky by the Kentucky Council on Post-Secondary Education (CPE). To file a complaint against an institution licensed by CPE, please submit your complaint in writing to Sarah Levy, Director of Postsecondary Licensing, Council on Postsecondary Education, 1024 Capital Center Drive, Suite 320, Frankfort, KY 40601
Master of Science in Business Communication
Spalding University has been approved to offer an online delivery format for this degree by the Kentucky Council of Post-Secondary Education (CPE) and the Southern Association of College and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSOC), and the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement SARA. Spalding has been a member of SARA since 2017.
Spalding can offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. states and territories through the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Spalding can also offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. territories, as it has been determined that the territory does not have any regulations or statutes that govern online education programs: Northern Mariana Islands, Micronesia.
Spalding cannot offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in California, the Marshall Islands, American Samoa, Guam and Palau. However, applicants may apply to an in-person or hybrid degree delivery format option for the degree, if offered.
Academic programs that prepare students for professional licensure are listed in the Professional Licensure section of this page. To determine if Spalding program meets the educational requirements for the applicant’s state or territory of residence, it is strongly recommended that applicants review the Licensure Disclosure for that program prior to applying.
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Spalding University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Spalding University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Spalding University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org)
SACSCOC should be contacted only for accreditation-related reasons. Spalding University’s SACSCOC Accreditation Liaison officer should be consulted before any inquiries are made to SACSCOC. Contact the Office of Institutional Effectiveness with any questions at (502) 873-4363.
KY Council for Postsecondary Education
Spalding University is licensed to operate as an independent institution in Kentucky by the Kentucky Council on Post-Secondary Education (CPE). To file a complaint against an institution licensed by CPE, please submit your complaint in writing to Sarah Levy, Director of Postsecondary Licensing, Council on Postsecondary Education, 1024 Capital Center Drive, Suite 320, Frankfort, KY 40601
Master of Science in Nursing in Nurse Educator
Spalding University has been approved to offer an online delivery format for this degree by the Kentucky Council of Post-Secondary Education (CPE) and the Southern Association of College and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSOC), and the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement SARA. Spalding has been a member of SARA since 2017.
Spalding can offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. states and territories through the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Spalding can also offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. territories, as it has been determined that the territory does not have any regulations or statutes that govern online education programs: Northern Mariana Islands, Micronesia.
Spalding cannot offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in California, the Marshall Islands, American Samoa, Guam and Palau. However, applicants may apply to an in-person or hybrid degree delivery format option for the degree, if offered.
Academic programs that prepare students for professional licensure are listed in the Professional Licensure section of this page. To determine if Spalding program meets the educational requirements for the applicant’s state or territory of residence, it is strongly recommended that applicants review the Licensure Disclosure for that program prior to applying.
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Spalding University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Spalding University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Spalding University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org)
SACSCOC should be contacted only for accreditation-related reasons. Spalding University’s SACSCOC Accreditation Liaison officer should be consulted before any inquiries are made to SACSCOC. Contact the Office of Institutional Effectiveness with any questions at (502) 873-4363.
KY Council for Postsecondary Education
Spalding University is licensed to operate as an independent institution in Kentucky by the Kentucky Council on Post-Secondary Education (CPE). To file a complaint against an institution licensed by CPE, please submit your complaint in writing to Sarah Levy, Director of Postsecondary Licensing, Council on Postsecondary Education, 1024 Capital Center Drive, Suite 320, Frankfort, KY 40601
Master of Science in Nursing in Nursing and Healthcare Leadership
Spalding University has been approved to offer an online delivery format for this degree by the Kentucky Council of Post-Secondary Education (CPE) and the Southern Association of College and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSOC), and the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement SARA. Spalding has been a member of SARA since 2017.
Spalding can offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. states and territories through the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Spalding can also offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. territories, as it has been determined that the territory does not have any regulations or statutes that govern online education programs: Northern Mariana Islands, Micronesia.
Spalding cannot offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in California, the Marshall Islands, American Samoa, Guam and Palau. However, applicants may apply to an in-person or hybrid degree delivery format option for the degree, if offered.
Academic programs that prepare students for professional licensure are listed in the Professional Licensure section of this page. To determine if Spalding program meets the educational requirements for the applicant’s state or territory of residence, it is strongly recommended that applicants review the Licensure Disclosure for that program prior to applying.
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Spalding University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Spalding University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Spalding University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org)
SACSCOC should be contacted only for accreditation-related reasons. Spalding University’s SACSCOC Accreditation Liaison officer should be consulted before any inquiries are made to SACSCOC. Contact the Office of Institutional Effectiveness with any questions at (502) 873-4363.
KY Council for Postsecondary Education
Spalding University is licensed to operate as an independent institution in Kentucky by the Kentucky Council on Post-Secondary Education (CPE). To file a complaint against an institution licensed by CPE, please submit your complaint in writing to Sarah Levy, Director of Postsecondary Licensing, Council on Postsecondary Education, 1024 Capital Center Drive, Suite 320, Frankfort, KY 40601
Master of Science in Nursing in Family Nurse Practitioner
Spalding University has been approved to offer an online delivery format for this degree by the Kentucky Council of Post-Secondary Education (CPE) and the Southern Association of College and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSOC), and the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement SARA. Spalding has been a member of SARA since 2017.
Spalding can offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. states and territories through the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Spalding can also offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. territories, as it has been determined that the territory does not have any regulations or statutes that govern online education programs: Northern Mariana Islands, Micronesia.
Spalding cannot offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in California, the Marshall Islands, American Samoa, Guam and Palau. However, applicants may apply to an in-person or hybrid degree delivery format option for the degree, if offered.
Academic programs that prepare students for professional licensure are listed in the Professional Licensure section of this page. To determine if Spalding program meets the educational requirements for the applicant’s state or territory of residence, it is strongly recommended that applicants review the Licensure Disclosure for that program prior to applying.
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Spalding University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Spalding University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Spalding University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org)
SACSCOC should be contacted only for accreditation-related reasons. Spalding University’s SACSCOC Accreditation Liaison officer should be consulted before any inquiries are made to SACSCOC. Contact the Office of Institutional Effectiveness with any questions at (502) 873-4363.
KY Council for Postsecondary Education
Spalding University is licensed to operate as an independent institution in Kentucky by the Kentucky Council on Post-Secondary Education (CPE). To file a complaint against an institution licensed by CPE, please submit your complaint in writing to Sarah Levy, Director of Postsecondary Licensing, Council on Postsecondary Education, 1024 Capital Center Drive, Suite 320, Frankfort, KY 40601
Doctor of Education in Leadership
Spalding University has been approved to offer an online delivery format for this degree by the Kentucky Council of Post-Secondary Education (CPE) and the Southern Association of College and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSOC), and the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement SARA. Spalding has been a member of SARA since 2017.
Spalding can offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. states and territories through the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Spalding can also offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. territories, as it has been determined that the territory does not have any regulations or statutes that govern online education programs: Northern Mariana Islands, Micronesia.
Spalding cannot offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in California, the Marshall Islands, American Samoa, Guam and Palau. However, applicants may apply to an in-person or hybrid degree delivery format option for the degree, if offered.
Academic programs that prepare students for professional licensure are listed in the Professional Licensure section of this page. To determine if Spalding program meets the educational requirements for the applicant’s state or territory of residence, it is strongly recommended that applicants review the Licensure Disclosure for that program prior to applying.
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Spalding University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Spalding University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Spalding University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org)
SACSCOC should be contacted only for accreditation-related reasons. Spalding University’s SACSCOC Accreditation Liaison officer should be consulted before any inquiries are made to SACSCOC. Contact the Office of Institutional Effectiveness with any questions at (502) 873-4363.
KY Council for Postsecondary Education
Spalding University is licensed to operate as an independent institution in Kentucky by the Kentucky Council on Post-Secondary Education (CPE). To file a complaint against an institution licensed by CPE, please submit your complaint in writing to Sarah Levy, Director of Postsecondary Licensing, Council on Postsecondary Education, 1024 Capital Center Drive, Suite 320, Frankfort, KY 40601
Doctor of Social Work
Spalding University has been approved to offer an online delivery format for this degree by the Kentucky Council of Post-Secondary Education (CPE) and the Southern Association of College and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSOC), and the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement SARA. Spalding has been a member of SARA since 2017.
Spalding can offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. states and territories through the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Spalding can also offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. territories, as it has been determined that the territory does not have any regulations or statutes that govern online education programs: Northern Mariana Islands, Micronesia.
Spalding cannot offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in California, the Marshall Islands, American Samoa, Guam and Palau. However, applicants may apply to an in-person or hybrid degree delivery format option for the degree, if offered.
Academic programs that prepare students for professional licensure are listed in the Professional Licensure section of this page. To determine if Spalding program meets the educational requirements for the applicant’s state or territory of residence, it is strongly recommended that applicants review the Licensure Disclosure for that program prior to applying.
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Spalding University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Spalding University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Spalding University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org)
SACSCOC should be contacted only for accreditation-related reasons. Spalding University’s SACSCOC Accreditation Liaison officer should be consulted before any inquiries are made to SACSCOC. Contact the Office of Institutional Effectiveness with any questions at (502) 873-4363.
KY Council for Postsecondary Education
Spalding University is licensed to operate as an independent institution in Kentucky by the Kentucky Council on Post-Secondary Education (CPE). To file a complaint against an institution licensed by CPE, please submit your complaint in writing to Sarah Levy, Director of Postsecondary Licensing, Council on Postsecondary Education, 1024 Capital Center Drive, Suite 320, Frankfort, KY 40601
Occupational Therapy Doctorate — Post-Professional
Spalding University has been approved to offer an online delivery format for this degree by the Kentucky Council of Post-Secondary Education (CPE) and the Southern Association of College and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSOC), and the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement SARA. Spalding has been a member of SARA since 2017.
Spalding can offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. states and territories through the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Spalding can also offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. territories, as it has been determined that the territory does not have any regulations or statutes that govern online education programs: Northern Mariana Islands, Micronesia.
Spalding cannot offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in California, the Marshall Islands, American Samoa, Guam and Palau. However, applicants may apply to an in-person or hybrid degree delivery format option for the degree, if offered.
Academic programs that prepare students for professional licensure are listed in the Professional Licensure section of this page. To determine if Spalding program meets the educational requirements for the applicant’s state or territory of residence, it is strongly recommended that applicants review the Licensure Disclosure for that program prior to applying.
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Spalding University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Spalding University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Spalding University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org)
SACSCOC should be contacted only for accreditation-related reasons. Spalding University’s SACSCOC Accreditation Liaison officer should be consulted before any inquiries are made to SACSCOC. Contact the Office of Institutional Effectiveness with any questions at (502) 873-4363.
KY Council for Postsecondary Education
Spalding University is licensed to operate as an independent institution in Kentucky by the Kentucky Council on Post-Secondary Education (CPE). To file a complaint against an institution licensed by CPE, please submit your complaint in writing to Sarah Levy, Director of Postsecondary Licensing, Council on Postsecondary Education, 1024 Capital Center Drive, Suite 320, Frankfort, KY 40601
Post-Bachelor’s Certificate in Accounting
Spalding University has been approved to offer an online delivery format for this degree by the Kentucky Council of Post-Secondary Education (CPE) and the Southern Association of College and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSOC), and the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement SARA. Spalding has been a member of SARA since 2017.
Spalding can offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. states and territories through the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Spalding can also offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. territories, as it has been determined that the territory does not have any regulations or statutes that govern online education programs: Northern Mariana Islands, Micronesia.
Spalding cannot offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in California, the Marshall Islands, American Samoa, Guam and Palau. However, applicants may apply to an in-person or hybrid degree delivery format option for the degree, if offered.
Academic programs that prepare students for professional licensure are listed in the Professional Licensure section of this page. To determine if Spalding program meets the educational requirements for the applicant’s state or territory of residence, it is strongly recommended that applicants review the Licensure Disclosure for that program prior to applying.
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Spalding University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Spalding University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Spalding University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org)
SACSCOC should be contacted only for accreditation-related reasons. Spalding University’s SACSCOC Accreditation Liaison officer should be consulted before any inquiries are made to SACSCOC. Contact the Office of Institutional Effectiveness with any questions at (502) 873-4363.
KY Council for Postsecondary Education
Spalding University is licensed to operate as an independent institution in Kentucky by the Kentucky Council on Post-Secondary Education (CPE). To file a complaint against an institution licensed by CPE, please submit your complaint in writing to Sarah Levy, Director of Postsecondary Licensing, Council on Postsecondary Education, 1024 Capital Center Drive, Suite 320, Frankfort, KY 40601
General Notification for Professional Licensure Program Students
Spalding University strongly recommends that you inquire with your applicable licensing board to determine all of the educational and other requirements for licensure, before enrolling in the program. Other requirements may include, but are not limited to, additional post-graduation examinations or experience, application and licensing fees, criminal background checks, reference checks, fingerprint submissions, etc. To inquire as to other requirements, or ask any other questions regarding licensure, please contact the licensing board in your state by clicking on the link to the agency in the disclosures on Professional Licensure Disclosures page.
Relocation During Program
Please note that relocating while completing your program will remove your eligibility for student financial aid (Title IV funding) if your academic program at Spalding does not meet the educational requirements for initial licensure for your new state or territory of residence’s licensing board. Please check with the state where you will be seeking licensure before relocating to ensure that you will be eligible for licensure or reciprocity. [Professional Licensure Disclosures]
Student Complaint Procedure
Students seeking to resolve a complaint regarding their online program should see our complaint policy listed here in the university catalog.