Fully Nationally Accredited by Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools
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Morthland College is a member of the Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools (TRACS) [15935 Forest Road, Forest, VA 24551; Telephone: 434.525.9539; e-mail: info@tracs.org] having been awarded Accredited Status as a Category II institution by TRACS' Accreditation Commission on April 29, 2014; this status is effective for a period up to 5 years. TRACS is recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE), the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and the International Network for Quality Assurance Agencies in Higher Education (INQAAHE).
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Statement of Non-Discrimination
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Non-Discrimination Policy
Morthland College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and admits students of any sex, race, color, national and ethnic origin and age with all rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded to students. In conformance with state and federal regulations, Morthland College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, disability, national and ethnic origin, or age in the administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic, and other school administered programs. Students who believe they may have been discriminated against may contact the Dean of Student Affairs at the institution's address or telephone number 618-937-2127.
Character, preparation, and determination are the general qualifications that the admission committee reflects upon as applicants are reviewed for admission. Enrollment is open to all qualified candidates regardless of their faith. However, Morthland is a faith-based institution that includes a Christian element in its units of instruction and mode of operation. Therefore, faculty and administration are expected to adhere to the foundational principles and doctrinal statement of Morthland College in order to deliver a Christian education rooted in Christ, Wisdom, Tradition and Heritage.
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Student Complaints and Grievances
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At any time a student may submit a complaint or grievance to the Department of Student Affairs by completing a "Student Complaint or Grievance Form". Throughout the process, the student can be assured of confidentiality and persons will be informed on a need-to-know basis. All complaints and grievances will be recorded, evaluated and investigated. Depending on the nature of the complaint or grievance, the college may or may not legally be able to discuss outcomes with the student. Information on filing a complaint may be obtained in the Department of Student Affairs.
If a student is not satisfied with the handling of the complaint or grievance, then they may submit a complaint one or more of the following:
- TRACS [15935 Forest Road, Forest, VA 24551; Telephone: 434.525.9539; e-mail: info@tracs.org]
- Illinois Board of Higher Education [1 N. Old State Capital Plaza, Springfield, IL 62701; Telephone: 271.557.7359; web-based: http://complaints.ibhe.org]
- any relevant agency
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