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Accreditation decisions for colleges of osteopathic medicine

By AOA Staff

04.09.25

CHICAGO–The American Osteopathic Association’s Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA) announced accreditation decisions at its Dec. 5-6, 2024, meeting.

The COCA is recognized by the United States Department of Education as the accreditor of colleges of osteopathic medicine. Accreditation from the COCA signifies that a college has met or exceeded the Commission’s standards for educational quality. The following information is provided pursuant to 34 CFR §602.26:

  • Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine – Granted accreditation with exceptional outcome status

For more information on COCA accreditation, contact [email protected].