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HIRAM COLLEGE ACCREDITATIONS

Built on a community that fosters student-faculty collaboration, the College equips all students with the tools necessary to embrace active learning in the classroom, in Ohio, and beyond through technology, internship, study away, research, and other experiential opportunities for growth and development. Recognized by Colleges of Distinction, The Princeton Review, U.S. News and World Report, and as a top baccalaureate college by Washington Monthly.

College Accreditations

Higher Learning Commission

Ohio Department of Education

Hiram College is authorized by the Ohio Department of Education.

PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE PROGRAMS

A professional license is typically regulated by state laws and is required for a graduate of those programs to practice, to use the professional designation in their title, and /or to gain employment in certain occupations. Professional designations such as “licensed,” “registered,” and “certified” are a type of formal acknowledgment of competence in a given occupation or profession and may or may not be required for employment in a given field. These designations are typically conveyed to a person by a regulatory body or professional association, and individuals must complete various requirements to become eligible to receive and maintain the designation.

Eligibility for professional designations varies by occupation and location, and often involves more than successful degree completion (such as submitting an application, passing an examination, paying an entrance/application fee, or providing evidence of work experience). Some professional designations do not require degree completion to obtain.

Requirements for Teacher Licensure

Requirements for teacher licensure vary by state and may involve more than successful degree completion. Graduates who apply for a license may need to satisfy other requirements, such as passing an examination, completing an application, and submitting to a background check. Some states have different processes and requirements for applicants who have completed their academic program in a different state. Educational requirements for teacher licensure can include specifications for the applicant’s type of academic degree, type of educational institution where the academic program was completed, and curriculum content within the academic program. Some states offer multiple pathways to teacher licensure, including recognizing a license earned in another state or providing options for qualified professionals who wish to transition into the education field. The lists below pertain only to the educational requirements to obtain an initial state teaching license. Alternative pathways to licensure and additional requirements, other than educational, are not considered in these lists.

Hiram College makes every effort to ensure the information provided on educational requirements for licensure is accurate and up-to-date; however, these requirements are subject to change at any time. Students who will be seeking licensure as a teacher are strongly encouraged to visit the associated agency website in the state in which they intend to teach to review all requirements to obtain licensure.

Ohio

Ohio Department of Education & Workforce

Completion of Hiram College teacher education programs and successful completion of Ohio licensure exams meets the requirements to apply for an educator license or endorsement in Ohio.

Professional License Disclosure, Education 

The Education Department at Hiram College offers various undergraduate programs and a graduate certificate in Education.  The Education Department is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) and our programs are approved by the Ohio Department of Higher Education.  

Our Education programs are designed to prepare students for licensure in the State of Ohio. Each state’s licensure board should be contacted for complete information on the application process and additional requirements. For a comprehensive list of state teaching boards and contact information, please see Interstate Agreement on Qualifications of Education Personnel* listed below.

See below for a downloadable chart of the Hiram College programs identified as potentially leading to Educator licensure, applicable licensures and/or endorsements, and individual U.S. state and territory determinations for meeting education requirements:

Teacher Education Licensure/Endorsements in Ohio

Hiram College teacher education programs are designed to prepare teacher candidates for licensure and endorsement requirements in Ohio as well as to prepare candidates for Ohio licensure exams.

Ohio Department of Education & Workforce
Completion of Hiram College teacher education programs and successful completion of Ohio licensure exams meets the requirements to apply for an educator license or endorsement in Ohio.

Interstate Agreement on Qualifications of Educational Personnel*

Most U.S. states have signed an interstate agreement with the National Association of State Directors of Teacher Education and Certification (NASDTEC). This agreement does not necessarily translate to full reciprocity but makes it possible for an educator who completed an approved program and/or who holds a certificate or license in one state or jurisdiction to earn a certificate or license in another state or jurisdiction.

Receiving states may impose certain requirements which must be met in a reasonable amount of time. Some states may require additional coursework, assessments, or classroom experience before the educator can receive a full professional license or certificate in the new state. State requirements are subject to change, so it is always a good idea to contact a receiving state directly to determine what you will need to teach there.

The links below provide out-of-state licensure information, as approved by outside state and territory licensure boards:

• Alabama
• Alaska
• American Samoa**
• Arizona
• Arkansas
• California
• Colorado
• Connecticut
• Delaware
• Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA)
• District of Columbia
• Florida
• Georgia
• Guam
• Hawaii
• Idaho
• Illinois
• Indiana
• Iowa
• Kansas
• Kentucky
• Louisiana
• Maine
• Maryland
• Massachusetts
• Michigan
• Minnesota
• Mississippi
• Missouri
• Montana
• Nebraska
• Nevada
• New Hampshire
• New Jersey
• New Mexico
• New York
• North Carolina
• North Dakota
• Northern Mariana Islands**
• Oklahoma
• Oregon
• Pennsylvania
• Puerto Rico**
• Rhode Island
• South Carolina
• South Dakota*
• Tennessee
• Texas
• Utah
• Vermont
• Virgin Islands**
• Virginia
• Washington
• West Virginia
• Wisconsin
• Wyoming

Retrieved from state/territory education websites in March 2026. If you find a broken link, please contact us. A state-by-state map of teacher licensure reciprocity information is also available from NASDTEC.

*State is not listed as a NASDTEC agreement signee but does have steps towards reciprocity on their licensure website.

** Territory is not listed as a NASDTEC agreement signee.

BSN in Nursing

The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Hiram College is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).

The BSN prepares students for licensure based on the requirements set by the State of Ohio. Students who plan to seek licensure or certification in other states will need to contact that State Licensure Board for specific requirements.

Hiram College makes every effort to ensure the information provided on educational requirements for licensure is accurate and up-to-date; however, these requirements are subject to change at any time. Students who will be seeking licensure in nursing are strongly encouraged to visit the associated agency website (linked in the lists below) in the state in which they intend to practice to review all requirements to obtain licensure.

Registered Nurse Professional Licensure Requirements Registered Nurse Licensure in Ohio:
The Hiram College Nursing Baccalaureate program graduate meets the requirements to apply for the Registered Nurse license in the state of Ohio. The Ohio Board of Nursing fully approves Hiram College’s nursing program. Additionally, the Baccalaureate degree in nursing at Hiram College is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

Registered Nurse Licensure/Certificate Requirements Outside of Ohio:
Hiram College students and alums who intend to practice nursing in another state are responsible for contacting the applicable licensure board to confirm the state licensure requirements (outside of Ohio). Go to the Board of Nursing website (see link below for NCSNB), for a specific state to find the instructions for RN license application for nursing student graduates.

Licensure Details:
See details regarding uniform licensure requirements, registered nurse licensure in Ohio, and registered nurse licensure/certificate requirements outside of Ohio here.

Contact Us

For concerns or complaints regarding academic issues, please contact: academicaffairs@hiram.edu. Issues not resolved at the institutional level may be pursued with several organizations:

• The student may file a grievance with the Ohio Department of Higher Education.
• Students may contact our accrediting agency, the Higher Learning Commission.