Through accreditation, the United States Commission of Higher Education (USCHE) is a steadfast defender of academic excellence. USCHE actively recognizes and evaluates programmatic and institutional accrediting organizations and consists of degree-granting schools and institutions. As a national leader, USCHE responds to new concerns, offers a platform for conversations about certification, and is a reliable source of information about quality control and accreditation.
The USCHE Fellows Program, which is intended for senior-level graduate students, immerses participants in the complexities of higher education accreditation. The curriculum prepares candidates for leadership positions in the nonprofit, government, or higher education sectors by covering topics such as policy creation, nonprofit governance, communications, business, finance, and government affairs. Fellows are introduced to key players in international collaborations, higher education, and the federal government.
Fellows devote at least one-third of their internship to this crucial area, reflecting USCHE's dedication to the recognition process, with room for additional concentration areas within USCHE operations.
Successful candidates, including first-year post-doctoral candidates, should be in the senior year of their graduate studies. Prerequisites include being enrolled in an institution that is currently a USCHE institutional member, having good academic standing, and having a senior-level graduate advisor's approval. Candidates must commit to both in-person and virtual interactions, as well as the time required for a satisfactory experience.
With a proposal option for individuals without specified needs, internship hours are in line with USCHE operations and the Fellow's degree requirements. With a combination of virtual and on-site schedules, weekly engagement averages 20–25 hours. Candidates from the Washington, DC, Virginia, and Maryland regions are encouraged to apply to USCHE, which has an office at One Dupont Circle NW, Suite 510, Washington, D.C. 20036.
In addition to completing and returning the USCHE Fellows Program application, candidates also participate in a virtual interview with USCHE personnel and are notified at least one month prior to the start of the Fellowship. Fellows may be eligible for a stipend to help with expenditures, even though it is unpaid.
All applicants receive notification from USCHE upon receipt and final consideration of their application.
