Academic Credibility,
Ethical Standards,
Financial Integrity
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Members
To become a member of AICCS, connect with us and provide your information and intent. Only Members can become Candidates. ( fee involved)
Membership information
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Candidate Member
A school can be a Candidate for a 6-month period, but can be renewed for up to two years. A Candidate school may apply to be an Accredited Member. (fee involved) Read about Candidacy
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Accredited Member
An Accredited Member must fulfill and maintain the quality assurance and sustainability framework submiting the mandatory annual report. (Fees involved) Read about accreditation
Our Commitment to
Quality Oversight
As the central governing body, we set rigorous quality standards to ensure our seminaries and non-traditional colleges deliver academic and spiritual excellence.
Rooted in a culture of biblical ethics and shared values, we foster accountability, transparency, and a commitment to “love our neighbor as ourselves.” This unique foundation empowers our institutions to impact communities and uphold the dignity of every learner.
AICCS Objectives
Spiritual Fellowship
To foster spiritual fellowship, mutual encouragement, technical assistance, and professional information-sharing among member institutions.
Regulatory Bodies
To represent the AICCS membership before government agencies and regulatory bodies, upholding quality assurances through academic credibility, doctrinal and ethical standards, and financial integrity.
Independent Quailty Evaluation Certification
To commit to continuous quality enhancements as an independent Accrediting Commission that oversees, evaluates, and certifies Christian colleges and seminaries.
Accreditation
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Accrediting Christian Colleges & Seminaries for Global Transformation
A Non-Governmental Accrediting Group.
The Association of Independent Christian Colleges & Seminaries is one of the largest non-government accrediting groups in the world. AICCS is a non-profit association of independent Christian colleges and seminaries committed to academic excellence, intellectual freedom, ethical conduct, and moral integrity. AICCS was chartered as a charitable corporation in Missouri and now expanded to South Carolina to help establish, support, maintain, and promote the development of non-traditional, modular, and private tutoring/mentoring methods on-campus and online.
We foster flexible, experimental, innovative, and personalized learning alternatives, alongside traditional post-secondary and graduate-level educational modalities. Our affiliated schools offer legitimate degrees that are honorable, widely respected, and generally accepted within the Christian community.
THOUGHTS & UPDATES
Innovative Disruptors
I work hard to avoid distractions. Yet somewhere among the many projects of my week, my mind wandered down a rabbit trail into the fascinating history of the first university. This detour reminded me that innovative disruptors challenge the status quo and give us a fresh perspective. But that fresh spark is crushed when made to conform to rigid norms.
Rhema Word Theology College and University Commencement Ceremony
At Rhema Word Theology College & University, moments of achievement are moments of worship, because every scholar who completes their studies reflects the grace and strength of God at work. Our Theology & Divinity Scholars come from Missouri, Illinois, Texas, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Georgia, each bringing…
Midwest Bible College 2026
When the body of Christ comes together to celebrate, it truly is a celebration. There were 52 graduates from seven states (Wisconsin, Illinois, Kentucky, Colorado, Ohio, South Carolina, and Missouri) and three nations (USA, India, and Ukraine) who came together on Friday, May 22, 2026, to celebrate the accomplishment…
Royal Priesthood Graduation
Royal Priest College of Divinity and Humanity is committed to promoting God's kingdom and advocating for human welfare.
New Accredited Members
2026 Q3
Future Glory of Zion Biblical Institute
2026 Q2
Providence National Christian College, Scottsdale, AZ
City Revival University,
Salado, TX
Christ Ministries School of Divinity, Arlington, TX
2026 Q1
Leadership Development
Bible Institute, Mobile, AL
2025 Review: New Accredited Members
Q4
- Dominion Theological Bible University, Largo, MD
- Gatewood Theological Institute and Seminary, Copperas Cove, TX
- Rhema Word Theology College & University, Florissant, MO
- Christian Theological Seminary, North Charleston, SC
Q3
- MOKL Christian Academy, Chicago, IL
- Cornerstone College and Seminary, Spotsylvania, VA
- Repairers of the Breach, Greenville, NC
Q2
- Redeemed University, Liberty Hill, TX
- Christian Life College, Madison, WI