Accreditation

SIT is a nonprofit educational institution and was founded in 1964 as the School for International Training. SIT is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (formerly the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc.). Inquiries regarding the accreditation status should be directed to the administrative staff of SIT.

Individuals may also contact: 
New England Commission of Higher Education,
3 Burlington Woods Drive, Suite 100, Burlington, MA 01803-4514
781 425-7785;
Email: [email protected].

Windham Higher Education Cooperative

SIT Graduate Institute is a member of the Windham Higher Education Cooperative, a consortium of six higher education institutions with a presence in Windham County, Vermont. In addition to SIT, the cooperative includes Marlboro College, Landmark College, Vermont Technical College, Union Institute, and the Community College of Vermont. Learn more.

National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements

SIT (School for International Training) is an approved NC-SARA institution. NC-SARA (National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements) is an agreement between member states, territories and districts of the United States of America to allow members to offer post-secondary, distance education programs to students residing in other SARA member states.

Students residing in California, which is not a SARA member state, may enroll in SIT’s online programs, but they are responsible for understanding the degree requirements within their state. Reciprocity is not guaranteed.

International students may enroll in SIT’s online programs, but they are responsible for understanding any international issues. Reciprocity is not guaranteed.

Click here for a full list of participating states and institutions.
Click here to view the full SARA Guide.