State Authorization
The United States Department of Education requires that every institution of higher education obtain authorization from each state in which it offers distance education opportunities. Wright State University is committed to complying with the requirements of each state in which we offer distance learning programs and courses.
Wright State is approved by the Ohio Department of Higher Education (ODHE) to participate in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA). NC-SARA is a voluntary, regional approach to state oversight of postsecondary distance education. Institutions that are members of SARA are authorized to provide online education to students from all SARA member states. States and institutions that choose to become members of SARA operate under a set of policies and standards overseen by the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements and administered by four regional higher education compacts.
If you currently reside in California and are considering enrolling in an online program or in an online course offered by Wright State University, it is necessary that you determine your eligibility. These restrictions do not apply to students enrolled on either the Wright State Dayton or Lake Campuses. However, students from California currently enrolled on our campuses who wish to complete their program online should contact the director of your desired program or SARA@wright.edu to see if accommodations may be possible to permit your enrollment.
SARA and Student Complaints
The United States Department of Education’s Federal Integrity Rules mandate that Wright State University provide contact information for filing complaints with each state licensing entity and any other relevant agency responsible for handling such complaints.
Wright State University is dedicated to resolving student complaints fairly and promptly. All students are encouraged to address their grievances through the Wright State University Student Grievance Process.
If a student is unable to resolve a complaint you may contact your SARA portal entity.
The following are example grievances (not an exhaustive list):
- Inaccurate or misleading professional licensure requirements
- Inaccurate or misleading information regarding online tuition and fees
- Inaccurate or misleading accreditation information for online programs
- Inaccurate or misleading information about transfer credit policies
SARA does not permit grievances related to grades or conduct appeals outside of the institution. Students should work through the Wright State Grievance Process to resolve any outstanding concerns related to these areas. If you have questions with the complaint process or need help finding your state portal entity, please contact SARA@wright.edu.
Professional Licensure Disclosures
Some Wright State University degree and certification programs may lead to professional licensure and/or certification upon successful completion of program requirements. Licensure or certification may be global, national, or state-specific. If you reside in a state other than Ohio or intend to use the education completed at Wright State to pursue employment in another state, you may need to meet additional requirements for licensure.
Out-of-state students are strongly encouraged to contact the appropriate administering body, licensing board, or the program's department to discuss and verify licensure eligibility requirements.
Federal Regulation 34 CFR 668.43(a)(5)(v) requires Wright State University to make readily available to prospective and enrolled students information about whether Wright State programs leading to professional licensure or certification meet educational requirements in their state.
Prospective students may view the Public Licensure Program Disclosures by State to determine if their anticipated Wright State program "meets," "does not meet," or "has not yet been determined" to meet licensure requirements in their state.
Students who fully enroll in a licensure program at Wright State will receive a direct disclosure notice regarding a determination for their program if it “does not meet” or "has not yet been determined" to meet licensure requirements in their state. Disclosures are required to be sent within 14 calendar days of Wright State making that determination. Direct disclosures are sent to the Wright State student email account.
