Accreditation & Accolades

Choosing the right online program means choosing one you can trust. Our accreditations and recognitions reflect our ongoing commitment to academic excellence, professional standards, and student outcomes. From regional accreditation to program-specific credentials that matter to employers and licensing boards, every designation on this page represents an independent verification of the quality we deliver.

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NECHE

We are proud to hold NECHE (New England Commission on Higher Education) accreditation. NECHE Accreditation ensures a high level of academic quality and public accountability for the education being provided.

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CNS

Our online master’s in nutrition degree is recognized by the Board for Certification of Nutrition Specialists as fulfilling the academic requirements that nutrition professionals need in order to achieve the Certified Nutrition Specialist certification.

ACEND

ACEND

Fully Accredited by the Accreditation Council for Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND®) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, which is the accrediting agency for education programs preparing students for careers as Registered Dietitian Nutritionists.

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CEPH

We are proud to hold CEPH (Council on Education for Public Health) accreditation for our Master of Public Health and Graduate Certificate of Public Health programs.

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CSWE

When choosing an institution of higher education, you want to be sure your investment will hold value upon completion. UNE Online’s Master of Social Work program proudly holds accreditation by the Council on Social Work Education’s (CSWE), verifying our academic quality and standards in the profession of social work education.

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News & World Report

Best Colleges: National U.S. News & World Reporting 2026

Princeton Review

Princeton Review

Best Colleges Princeton Review 2026