Berklee (inclusive of Berklee College of Music, Boston Conservatory at Berklee, Berklee Online, Berklee NYC, and Berklee Valencia) is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education* (NECHE) and authorized by the Massachusetts Department of Higher Education. Inquiries regarding the accreditation status by the commission and authorization by the state of Massachusetts should be directed to the administrative staff of the institution. Individuals may also contact:
*As of August 1, 2018, the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education is listed on the Department of Education's list of recognized accrediting agencies as the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).
Recent Accreditation Confirmations, Approvals, and Reports
Berklee's current accreditation status can be found on the NECHE website.
NECHE Comprehensive Self-Study Report and Fifth Year Interim Report
Ten-Year Comprehensive Self-Study for Reaccreditation (2023)
Berklee's music therapy programs are approved by the American Music Therapy Association (AMTA), which is affiliated with the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM).