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MISSION AND VISION

MISSION AND VISION

ACISC™ is a membership community working collaboratively to shape international education through professional services to schools, higher education institutions, and individuals. The ACISC™ vision is to inspire the development of global citizens through high quality international education: connecting ideas, cultures, and educators from every corner of the world.

OUR ORGANIZATIONAL VALUES

We provide LEADERSHIP

We draw on our collective knowledge and experience to guide others. Together we achieve more. We inspire each other to expand our minds and perspectives, always striving to explore new ideas and innovations that enable us to act progressively and meaningfully.

We CHALLENGE ourselves and others

We keep an open mind to new perspectives and look ahead to gain new insights. Our natural curiosity challenges routine thinking and keeps us focused on growth and development.

We are PRINCIPLED

Our guiding principles are based on our definition of global citizenship. These principles form a solid foundation that inspires and challenges our members to actively promote international education and intercultural perspectives.

We value DIVERSITY

We embrace ideas, cultures, and connections from every corner of the world making different views and opinions a source of inspiration that enrich every member of our community.

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ACCREDITED INSTITUTES

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MEMBERSHIPS

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COUNTRIES RECOGNIZE US

Importance of Accreditation

One of the first steps any prospective student should take before enrolling in a college or university, is to verify whether or not the school is accredited by a recognized accrediting agency. ACISC™ is a national accrediting agency recognized by the United States Department of Education.

EXPLORE ACISC

Discover how ACISC can support your institution through accreditation, quality evaluation, professional guidance, and continuous improvement.

Whether you represent a school, college, university, or educational organization, our framework provides a structured pathway for evaluating institutional performance and strengthening educational quality.

ACISC is an independent, non-governmental accrediting organization dedicated to the advancement of international education through the provision of specialized accreditation and membership services to eligible institutions. Operating on a foundation of collaborative effort, the organization offers a comprehensive suite of professional resources designed to empower schools, higher education institutions, and individual educators alike. At the very core of its mission and guiding every initiative is an unwavering commitment to fostering global citizenship. This fundamental principle informs ACISC’s strategies, shapes its resources, and ultimately defines the unique value it brings to its members as they navigate and contribute to the ever-evolving, dynamic landscape of international education.

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