Academics
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The academic programs of Limestone University are conducted within the framework of four colleges:
The College of Business presents an opportunity to study Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Management (general and Human Resources) and Marketing. Various concentrations are offered within some of these majors.
The College of Education and Behavioral Sciences presents an opportunity to study Criminal Justice, Elementary, Education, Psychology, and Social Work. Various concentrations are offered within some of these majors.
The College of Health Sciences presents an opportunity to study Biology, Healthcare Administration, Health Sciences, Nursing, Kinesiology, and Teacher Education.
The College of Humanities and Computing presents an opportunity to study Computer Science, English, History, Liberal Studies, Mathematics, Music, Professional Communication, Studio Art, and Health Informatics.
Institutional Accreditation (SACSCOC)
Limestone University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, and masters degrees. Limestone University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at
approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Limestone 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).
SC State Department of Education Teacher Certification
Limestone also meets the certification standards required by the South Carolina State Department of Education for teacher certification.
Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)
The Teacher Education Program at Limestone University is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP). caepnet.org This accreditation covers initial teacher preparation programs at the Gaffney, South Carolina site. However, the accreditation does not include individual education courses that the institution offers to P-12 educators for professional development, re-licensure, or other purposes.
Nursing Program
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Limestone University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791
Council on Social Work Education
Limestone University’s MSW program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education’s Board of Accreditation. For more information about social work accreditation, please visit the CSWE website, https://www.cswe.org/accreditation.
National Association of Schools of Music (NASM)
The music program is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM).
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Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE)
Limestone University's Athletic Training Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE), 2001 K Street NW, Third Floor North, Washington, DC 20006.
NC-SARA
Limestone University has been approved to participate in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements.
Memberships
- The Council of Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA)
- Council of Independent Colleges (CIC)
- South Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities (SCICU)
- South Carolina Association of Colleges and Employers (SCACE)
- National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities (NAICU)
- Council for the Advancement and Support of Education (CASE)
- National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
- South Atlantic Conference
- Conference Carolinas (associate member in Acrobatics and Tumbling)
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Business Accreditation
Limestone University's Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Master of Business Administration programs were accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) in 2017. ACBSP (https://acbsp.site-ym.com) is a specialized global business accreditation body following the Baldrige model focused on teaching excellence and continuous improvement. ACBSP evaluates business programs in areas of leadership, strategic planning, stakeholder relationships, quality of academic programs, faculty credentials, and quality improvement.
