10 Key Questions About Starting a School in the US
August 2, 2025Starting a school, college, or online academy in the U.S. can feel overwhelming, especially for first-time founders. From legal approvals to financial planning, many aspiring school owners are unsure where to begin. In Episode 10 of our podcast Accreditation and Beyond, Dr. Ramin Golbaghi and Sam walk through the 10 most...Read More
3 State Approval Pitfall: STRF, Ownership & Planning
July 23, 2025top accreditation pitfalls for private colleges Episode 9: 3 State Approval Pitfall — STRF, Ownership & Planning Mistakes If you're launching a private college or postsecondary institution in the U.S., this episode could save you months of frustration, and possibly your approval status. What are the top accreditation pitfalls for...Read More
3 Reasons Schools Fail School Accreditation – How to Fix Them
July 15, 2025Why Schools Get Denied – Annual Fees, Educational Programs, and Annual Reports Starting the institutional accreditation process is an exciting milestone for many schools, but not all of them make it to the finish line. In this episode, we explore the three most common reasons schools are denied accreditation, and how to...Read More
Why Schools Get Denied Accreditation – Curriculum, Objectives & Agreements
July 9, 2025why schools get denied accreditation In this episode, we explore why some schools fail to earn accreditation or state approval, even when they have strong facilities, motivated staff, and good intentions. The answer often lies in three overlooked areas: Curriculum One of the most common reasons schools get denied is having a curriculum...Read More
School Accreditation Denial: Why Schools Get Rejected & How to Fix It
June 30, 2025school accreditation denial School Accreditation Denial Last year, over 40% of schools applying for accreditation were denied. For many of these institutions, it wasn’t the quality of education or student outcomes that caused the rejection. It was the paperwork, the structure, and the systems behind the scenes. In this episode,...Read More
BPPE Denial: Faculty, Forms, and Enrollment Mistakes That Lead to Rejection (Part 2)
June 24, 2025BPPE denial BPPE Denial In this episode, we break down why many schools still get denied by the BPPE, even when they think their paperwork is “complete.” Here’s what you’ll learn: Faculty Credentials: Why resumes and CVs often don’t meet BPPE standards — and what documentation is really required. Enrollment...Read More
