Rest assured in our accreditations

Fort Lewis College is accredited by  The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Every ten years, we are reviewed by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. This process includes a self-study and a peer evaluation.


Computer Engineering Program

ABET Engineering accreditation logoThe Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, under the commission's General Criteria and Program Criteria for Computer Engineering.

Engineering Program

ABET Engineering accreditation logoThe Bachelor of Science in Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, under the commission's General Criteria and Program Criteria for Engineering, General Engineering, Engineering Physics, and Engineering Science.

Biochemistry Program

American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology logoThe Fort Lewis College Biochemistry program is accredited by the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (ASBMB). This accreditation recognizes programs that meet established standards for undergraduate biochemistry and molecular biology education.

Chemistry Program

American Chemical Society logoThe Fort Lewis College Chemistry program is approved by the American Chemical Society (ACS). ACS approval recognizes undergraduate chemistry programs that meet established standards for curriculum, laboratory experience, faculty, and facilities.

Katz School of Business

AACSB International logoThe Fort Lewis College Katz School of Business is accredited by AACSB International. This accreditation recognizes the school's commitment to high-quality business education, academic standards, and continuous improvement through a rigorous peer-review process.

Music Program

National Association of Schools of Music logoFort Lewis College is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM). NASM accreditation recognizes that the College meets established standards for music education, including curriculum, faculty, facilities, and student learning.

Nutrition Program

Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics logoThe Fort Lewis College Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) prepares students for graduate studies and supervised practice on the pathway to becoming a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN). The program has been granted candidacy for accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

Teacher Education

Colorado Department of Education logoThe Fort Lewis College Teacher Education Program is authorized by the Colorado Department of Education (CDE), the state agency responsible for teacher licensure. The program undergoes periodic reviews to maintain authorization for its traditional and alternative teacher-preparation pathways. The Colorado State Board of Education approved its most recent reauthorization in August 2025.