If you're interested in checking up to see if the online university you're interested in is accredited or not, you can visit the US Distance Learning Association website for verification.

By reviewing and accrediting distance learning institutions, USDLA provides leadership and guidance that will improve the distance learning profession. DLAB especially focuses on these aspects:

• Evaluating effectiveness in distance learning.
• Evaluating the quality of institutions: accreditation of educational institutions, programs, or courses of study.
• Providing information on quality assurance of distance learning by means of its publications, website, and other communications.

DLAB is guided by its Accreditation Advisory Committee which is composed of top professionals in education, quality assurance, business and intergovernmental agencies. DLAB operates under the auspices of the USDLA Board of Directors and its Executive Committee.