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EXCLUSIVE: The Office of Civil Rights within the Department of Education delivered a critical notice to the accrediting body responsible for Columbia University on Wednesday. This communication indicates that Columbia, a prestigious Ivy League institution, is not currently meeting the standards required for maintaining its accreditation.
The Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) serves as the recognized accreditor for degree-granting colleges across the Mid-Atlantic region. Its role is pivotal in ensuring institutions like Columbia satisfy rigorous standards of academic quality, integrity, and institutional effectiveness. MSCHE, recognized by the Department of Education, plays a crucial role in protecting educational standards nationwide.
Only colleges that maintain accreditation from Department of Education-recognized bodies can participate in Title IV federal financial aid programs. These programs include Pell Grants and various federal work-study or student loan options, making accreditation essential for the financial health of universities and their students.
This notification to MSCHE comes as part of heightened efforts from the Trump administration to hold Columbia accountable for what it perceives as a failure to combat antisemitism on its campus effectively.
Allegations of Antisemitism Fueling Administrative Actions
In February, the Trump administration initiated an investigation into Columbia regarding its handling of antisemitic incidents. The result was the cancellation of $400 million in federal grants, highlighted by the administration’s claims of Columbia’s
