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FTC Endorses Education Department Proposal to Expand Higher Education Accreditation Options
September 22, 2026
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- The Federal Trade Commission issued the following news release:

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FTC Endorses Education Department Proposal to Expand Higher Education Accreditation Options

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The Federal Trade Commission strongly endorsed the Department of Education's proposed reforms to promote competition among accreditation agencies. Increased competition among accreditors and lower administrative burdens could lower the cost and improve th . . .

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