University of Detroit Mercy is committed to upholding the high standards of educational quality and student protection established by the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA). As a participating institution, we adhere to the NC-SARA interstate agreement and its accompanying policies and procedures.
We are committed to providing a high-quality educational experience for all students, regardless of location. Our participation in NC-SARA demonstrates our dedication to interstate collaboration and student protection in the realm of distance education. This webpage is intended to serve as a resource for students seeking to understand the licensure implications of our programs and we are committed to helping students make informed choices about their education and pursue their professional goals with confidence. Please do not hesitate to reach out and ask any of the program contacts for any questions.
Ensuring Transparency in Professional Licensure Programs
One of our key responsibilities under NC-SARA is to provide transparent and accurate information regarding professional licensure requirements. This disclosure ensures that students enrolled in programs designed to lead to professional licensure are aware of the potential impact of their chosen program on their ability to obtain a license in their desired state. This webpage is intended to serve as a resource for students seeking to understand the licensure implications of our programs. We encourage you to explore the information provided and reach out to our academic advisors or the appropriate licensing board with any questions you may have regarding licensure.
Scope of Compliance
Our NC-SARA compliance applies to all our distance education programs offered to students residing in NC-SARA member states. This includes undergraduate, graduate, certificate, and any other program offered exclusively online.
Licensure
One of our key responsibilities under NC-SARA is to provide transparent and accurate information regarding professional licensure requirements. This disclosure ensures that students enrolled in programs designed to lead to professional licensure are aware of the potential impact of their chosen program on their ability to obtain a license in their desired state.
Compliance with NC-SARA Standards
University of Detroit Mercy demonstrates its commitment to NC-SARA compliance through the following:
- Authorization: We maintain authorization to operate in our home state and comply with all relevant state and federal regulations governing higher education.
- Student Complaint Resolution: We have a fair and efficient process for resolving student complaints related to our distance education programs.
- Financial Responsibility: We maintain sound financial practices and demonstrate the ability to meet our financial obligations to students.
- Academic Quality: We ensure the quality of our distance education programs by employing qualified faculty, maintaining rigorous academic standards, and utilizing effective assessment methods.
- Out-of-State Student Services: We provide adequate academic, administrative, and financial aid services to our out-of-state students enrolled in distance education programs.
Additional Information
We encourage prospective and current students to learn more about NC-SARA and our compliance efforts by visiting the following resources:
NC-SARA website FAQ
University NC-SARA compliance webpage
Contact Information
For questions regarding our NC-SARA compliance, please contact:
James R. Farhat
Departmental Specialist, Employment & Training, Post Secondary & State Approving
Phone :517.256.8670
Email: farhatj@michigan.gov
Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity
P.O. Box 30805
Lansing, MI 48909
United States