Accreditation

Hennepin Tech’s accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) was originally granted in 1999, and was most recently reaffirmed in 2017. The next Comprehensive Accreditation Review is scheduled for October 2026. In this process, the HLC, one of several organizations in the United States recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, will once again review the college based on the HLC Criteria for Accreditation which address the mission, educational quality, and integrity of the institution, as well as compliance with federal regulations and academic progress.

About Accreditation

The purpose of accreditation is to ensure that education provided by institutions of higher education meets acceptable levels of quality.

• What is Accreditation
• Goals of Accreditation
• Accreditation FAQ
• Reaffirmation Process

2026 Site Visit

Site Visit on October 26-27, 2026

• Assurance Argument
• Additional Reports
• Contributors
• Preparing for the Visit
• Possible Questions from the Review Team
• Site Visit Agenda

Accreditation Liaison Officer (ALO)

Mark Johnson
Academic Dean

Email: Mark.Johnson@HennepinTech.edu