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Forest Trail Academy: A Trusted Source for Accreditation and Memberships

Accreditation is a vital aspect when choosing an educational institution. Forest Trail Academy holds prestigious accreditations that validate the quality and standards of our programs. We have successfully met the rigorous criteria set by the following accrediting bodies:

Awarded accreditation by the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement (NCA CASI), the Northwest Accreditation Commission (NWAC) and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS CASI). The three listed regional agencies provide your institution with a highly regarded accreditation that is recognized throughout the world. The accreditation action was approved by the Cognia™ Global Commission at its meeting on June 30, 2027.

Accredited by Middle States Association – Commission on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA CESS) accredits preK-12 public, private, parochial, charter, non-degree granting career and technical post-secondary institutions, special purpose schools, supplementary education centers, learning services providers, and distance education institutions

Accreditation International (Ai) assures the educational quality of schools and plans for continuous school improvement to increase student learning. Ai standards are based on international research, best practices, and historical accreditation processes.

The National Council for Private School Accreditation seeks to promote and support independent and autonomous accrediting associations serving private early childhood, elementary, and secondary schools which are committed to quality educational programs.

Promote, support and improve the tradition of regional accreditation commit to commonly held principles and practices including a thorough self-study and standards based peer review; Inform one another of developments in the regions; Share effective practices; and Collaborate in setting mutual expectations for policies that will preserve and improve regional accreditation

Registered with The College Board (SAT, PSAT/NMSQT) , whose mission is to connect students to college success and opportunity. Please use School Code 102800.

Registered with The ACT (PLAN, DISCOVER, EXPLORE, ACT) , whose mission is helping people achieve education and workplace success. Please use School Code 102800.

The NACOL Online Learning Clearinghouse is a comprehensive effort supported by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and WestED to provide a listing of online learning laws and operating online learning programs in the United States. The Clearing house provides an independent, objective source of information to help you learn more about the online learning programs in your area.

The National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) is dedicated to supporting the work of counseling and enrollment professionals as they advance student access to postsecondary education. NACAC is committed to promoting high professional standards that foster ethical and social responsibility.

WES will make it easier for admissions decision-makers to understand your international education and what your grades mean. WES is the largest non-profit credential services organization that has been helping internationally-educated individuals since 1974.WES reviews your transcripts and prepares evaluation report to send to the institutions you are applying to. WES evaluation reports compare your education from any country in the world to the U.S. system and are widely recognized by U.S. institutions.

Listed as a high school diploma program with the Defense Activities for Nontraditional Education Support (DANTES) , DANTES mission is to support the off-duty, voluntary education programs of the Department of Defense and to conduct special projects and development activities in support of education related functions of the Department.

NCAA Approved Curriculum School Code 102800. The NCAA does not endorse or affiliate with the services of Forest Trail Academy. The parent/guardian of a prospective student-athlete should ensure that programs are in compliance with NCAA bylaws. The NCAA Web site http://www.ncaa.org/ is the only place to receive the most current and accurate information about NCAA rules and regulations.

Member of the (International Society for Technology in Education)

Accredited by the Better Business Bureau and maintains an A rating.

Cognia (Formerly AdvancED)

MSA CESS

Ai Accreditation

NCPSA