Cheyney University of Pennsylvania Overcomes Accreditation Challenges

Cheyney University of Pennsylvania has faced its fair share of challenges in recent years, but the school is making strides to overcome them. On Monday, the Middle States Commission on Higher Education announced that CU’s accreditation was reaffirmed, officially lifting the university from probation.

The road to reaffirmation was not easy. In November, the MSCHE placed Cheyney back on probation due to concerns about ethics, integrity, student learning experiences, planning, resources, and institutional improvement. State senator Vincent Hughes and Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro advocated for the school, highlighting the progress Cheyney had made.

“We thank the students, faculty, and the entire Cheyney community for their steadfast support of the university,” the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education expressed in a statement. The decision was not only a victory for Cheyney but also for the state of Pennsylvania.

Senator Hughes emphasized the importance of the decision in maintaining Cheyney’s progress. With an enrollment increase from 469 to 700 students in recent years, the university is on an upward trajectory. Despite the challenges faced by the athletic programs, including the cancellation of football due to an NCAA scandal, Cheyney is determined to continue growing and evolving to best serve its students.

The reaffirmation of accreditation is a significant milestone for Cheyney University of Pennsylvania, signaling a positive direction for the historic institution.