Commission on International and TransRegional Accreditation North Central Association Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

33838 Pacific HWY S Suite A-101 Federal Way, WA 98003

www.aiaccredits.org (253) 874-2958

Instructions from Ai-Accreditation International

to Schools, Corporations, and Other Educational Entities

already Accredited by a Recognized Accreditor:

I. List of Recognized Accreditors

II. Required File Documents for Accreditation Considerations III. Procedures for Filing

IV. Communication to & from Ai-Accreditation International I. List of Recognized Accreditors:

*Alliance Members:

 Council on International Schools (Hdqtrs. Europe)  National Association of Independent Schools  National Council for Private School Accreditation

(19 Members-see www.ncpsa.org)  New England Assn. of Schools and Colleges  Northwest Association of Accredited Schools

 Middle States Association of Elementary and Secondary Schools  Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Note: *The above list of Alliance Members, including all of the members of the National Council for Private School Accreditation, has comparable accreditation standards and procedures with Ai-Accreditation International.

**Other Accreditors:

 Commission on International and TransRegional Accreditation  North Central Association

 Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Note: **Accrediting Agencies listed above, as Other Accreditors, may be acceptable for Ai accreditation or co-accreditation if the school or corporation were accredited prior to June 30, 2009 and meets the Ai Standards and Procedures, which include a Self Study, an Evaluation Site Team Visit, and a Plan for Continuous School Improvement.

Ai-Accreditation International reserves the right to conduct additional site visits and require additional documentation from schools and corporations that were accredited before or after July 1, 2009 by one of the "Other Accreditors" above.

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II. Required Documents and Fees for Accreditation Considerations:

A. Application

B. Self Study (most current)

C. Visiting Team Evaluation Report

D. Letter citing accreditation by most recent accreditor E. Copy of the latest certificate from accreditor

F. Fees

1. Application Fee 2. Annual Fee

III. Procedures for Applicants:

A. Application to be Submitted:

1. Refer to www.aiaccredits.org for a copy of the application 2. Complete Application online

3. Transmit application by e-mail to corporate@aiaccredits.org

B. Four Documents to be Submitted:

 Self Study (most current)

 Visiting Team Evaluation Report

 Letter citing Accreditation by most recent Accreditor

 Copy of the latest Certificate from Accreditor

1. May submit documents online to corporate@aiaccredits.org or-- 2. May mail print copies to the following address:

Ai-Accreditation International 33828 Pacific Hwy. South Suite A101 Federal Way, WA 98003 C. Payment of Fees: 1. Application Fees  All Divisions $350 2. Annual Fees

 Early Childhood Education (USA) $650

 Supplementary Education (USA) $650

 School Located inside the USA $650

 School Located Outside the USA $2,000

 Education Corporations/School Systems $2,000

 Distance Education (USA) $2,000 = .30 cents per *FTE Student

 Occupational Education See Table Below (Career, Technical, Professional, and Adult Education)

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*Occupational Education (Career, Technical, Professional, and Adult Education) Annual Fees

*FTE **Public & Non-Public Institutions *** USA Military Institutions

1-137 $2,950 $1,500 138-276 $3,200 $1,600 277-415 $3,450 $1,700 416-553 $3,750 $1,900 554-692 $4,100 $2,050 693-1,039 $4,500 $2,250 1,040-1,386 $4,900 $2,450 1,387-2,079 $5,600 $2,800 2,080-2,773 $6,100 $3,050 2,774-4,160 $6,750 $3,400 4,161-6,934 $7,700 $3,800 6,935-13,869 $8,800 $4,400 More than 13,869 $9,800 $4,900

*The above fees include the Annual Service Fees for Accreditation International as well as the Annual Service fees for the Council on Occupational Education.

**One FTE is equal to 900 student contact clock hours, 45 quarter credit hour, or 30 semester credit hours.

***Additional Fees may apply depending upon the circumstances. Applicants should refer to the COE Accreditation Handbook for a list of other fees to cover specific situations of a school: www.Council.org.

IV. Responses from the Offices of Ai-Accreditation International:

A. Acknowledgment of Application

 Ai-Accreditation will acknowledge by e-mail receiving and accepting the application form sent to corporate@aiaccredits.org

B. Invoice with Instructions on Bank Wire Transfer or Check

 An invoice will be sent by Ai-Accreditation International electronically to the applicant and is due and payable when received.

C. Receipt from Ai-Accreditation International for Fees

 A receipt will be sent electronically to the applicant once the application and annual fees have been received.

D. Four Accreditation Documents Received

 An e-mail will be sent acknowledging receipt, review, and acceptance of the applicant's accreditation documents, as listed below:

o Self Study (most current)

o Visiting Team Evaluation Report

o Letter citing Accreditation by most recent Accreditor o Copy of the latest Certificate from Accreditor

E. Notification of Accreditation Status by the Commission on Accreditation

 An Official Letter and Certificate will be issued and mailed to the Applicant, if the Applicant's status is determined to be "Accredited".

 If the Applicant's status is determined to be anything other than "Accredited", then an Official Letter will be sent noting the reason for the Commission's determination of the applicant's status or non-acceptance.

Accreditation International Application (Form Ai122909005) Page 1 of 5

Application

SCHOOL INFORMATION

School Name

School Address (must not be postal box) City/State or Province/Country/Postal Code

School Delivery Address (if different from school address) City/State or Province/Country/Postal Code

Name of Principal or Head of School  Dr.  Mr.  Mrs.  Ms.

Title Office Telephone Number Office Fax Number

Office E-mail Address School Web Address

Grades or Levels in School Number of Students Enrolled Number of Teaching Staff ____ Full time ____ Part time Year established  Public School  Private School  For-Profit  Non-Profit School Type – Check all that apply:

 Early Childhood Education  Elementary School  Middle School  High School  Comprehensive K-12 School  Distance Education  Supplementary Education  Career/Technical School

CORPORATION OR ASSOCIATION INFORMATION:

If your school is a part of a corporation or system of schools, please complete the information below:

CORPORATION OR ASSOCIATION INFORMATION

Name of Corporation or Association

Address (must not be postal box)

Name of Contact

 Dr.  Mr.  Mrs.  Ms.

Title

Office Telephone Number of contact Office Fax Number of contact

Accreditation International Application (Form Ai122909005) Page 2 of 5 1. LEGAL AUTHORITY under which the school operates (Check all that apply):

 Corporation  Partnership (Owners Agreement)

 Sponsor (e.g., Religious, Association)  Franchise

 Proprietor (Individual Owner)  Government (e.g., Ministry, Agency, District)

 Other _____________________________

2. EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM

2.1 Does the school offer a secondary diploma/ certificates?  Yes  No Does the school offer a post-secondary diploma/ certificates?  Yes  No 2.2. What is the primary language of instruction? _____________________________ 2.3 List Major curricula and education programs provided:

3. CURRENT ENROLLMENT Please list total numbers of students for each category below: 3.1 For Early Childhood Education schools or centers:

Age Groups Classroom Totals GIRLS BOYS TOTAL Birth thru Age 2

Age 3 Age 4 Age 5 thru Kindergarten

TOTAL # CHILDREN

3.2 For Elementary, Middle, or Secondary Schools:

Grade Levels Classroom Totals GIRLS BOYS TOTAL Kindergarten 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th 9th 10th 11th 12th Adult 13th & 14th TOTAL # STUDENTS

Accreditation International Application (Form Ai122909005) Page 3 of 5 Enrollment Areas Classroom Totals

GIRLS BOYS TOTAL Full-Time Elementary Programs

Full-Time Secondary Programs Taking Selected Courses Other

TOTAL ENROLLMENT

Indicate types of instructional methods (check all that apply)

_____Direct Mail _____Video _____Computer Software

_____Travel _____Internet/Web Based _____Other (please describe)

Other description(s) ___________________________________ 3.3 For Supplementary Education centers:

Enrollment Levels Classroom Totals GIRLS BOYS TOTAL Early Childhood Elementary Middle Secondary Adult TOTAL # STUDENTS

Accreditation International Application (Form Ai122909005) Page 4of 5 4. PLEASE READ BEFORE SIGNING

Thank you for your interest in accreditation. Please complete and submit the application to the address or fax number listed below. The application must be accompanied with the application fee and the first year annual service fee. Application and accreditation materials may be found on the Accreditation International (Ai) website at www.aiaccredits.org.

Accreditation International (Ai) is both a primary and a reciprocal accreditor working with participating commissions. Ai may contract with partner commissions to conduct the accreditation protocol and general management services.

Both candidate and accredited schools must pay annual service fees. There are additional fees for specific services:

• Site visits related to candidacy, accreditation, monitoring reviews, requested on-site consultation, ($500 administrative fee plus travel and related expenses).

• Service fees for Appeals will be $5,000 plus travel and related expenses as necessary.

• Charges for express mail, bank transfer fees, training, and stamping official documents (diplomas, certificates, letters, etc.).

Name of School Authority____________________________________ Title ________________

Signature _________________________________________________ Date ________________

Ai Office Use Only:

Method of Payment: ________ Date Received: _______ Received by: _________ School ID #: ______________

For Corporate Use Only

Schools or centers affiliated with Ai accredited corporations or school systems must have corporate-level approval as indicated by the signature below.

Name ________________________________________________ Title ________________

Accreditation International Application (Form Ai122909005) Page 5of 5

Accreditation International

Fees and Payment Information

The completed application must be accompanied by the application fee* of $350 and the annual dues as listed below. The application fee is non-refundable and annual dues are non-refundable if the education entity enters into candidacy. Annual service fees cover the July 1 to June 30 - fiscal year.

*Application Fee $350

Early Childhood Education $650

Supplementary Education $650

Distance Education $2000 + .30 cents per **FTE student

School located within the United States $650 Schools Located Outside of the United States $2000 Education Corporations or System of Schools $2000

Career and Technical Education see below

*The application fee is waived for schools or centers affiliated with Ai-accredited corporations or systems. **One FTE is equal to 900 student contact clock hours, 45 quarter credit hours, or 30 semester credit hours.

PAYMENT OPTIONS

The following methods may be used to pay Ai fees and/or travel expenses. The school name and location must be referenced on all transactions.

1. BANK CHECK:

• Checks must be written in English, made payable in U.S.A. dollars to Accreditation International, and sent to the address below:

2. WIRE TRANSFER:

• For details regarding wire transfers, please contact funds@aiaccredits.org

For questions and additional information, please contact the Ai Executive Office by e-mail, fax, or telephone: *Career and Technical Educa on Annual Fees (Dues)

**FTE ***Public & Non-Public

Ins tu ons

*** USA Military Ins tu ons

1-137 $2,950 $1,500 138-276 $3,200 $1,600 277-415 $3,450 $1,750 416-553 $3,750 $1,900 554-692 $4,100 $2,050 693-1039 $4,500 $2,250 1,040-1,386 $4,900 $2,450 1,387-2,079 $5,600 $2,800 2,080-2,773 $6,100 $3,050 2,774-4,160 $6,750 $3,400 4,161-6,934 $7,700 $3,800 6,935-13,869 $8,800 $4,400 More than 13,869 $9,800 $4,900

* The above fees include the Annual Service Fees for Accredi on Intern onal as well as the Annual Service Fees

for the Council on Occupa onal Educa on.

** One FTE is equal to 900 student contact clock hours, 45 quarter credit hours, or 30 semester credit hours. ***Addi onal Fees may apply depending upon the circumstances. Applicants should refer to the COE

Accredi on Handbook for a lis ng of any other fees to cover specific situ ons rel ve to a school.

Accreditation International (Ai)

Mailing Address: 33838 Pacific Highway South Suite A-101 Federal Way, Washington 98003-6811

Location: 33838 Pacific Highway South Suite A-101 Federal Way, Washington 98003-6811 USA

Telephone: (253) 874-2958 Fax: (208) 330-1994 Website: www.aiaccredits.org Email: corporate@aiaccredits.org