Our Mission

The mission of the Accreditation Council for Space Education is to promote and ensure quality space education by providing expert and industry-based accreditation for college and university programs that meet the needs of the dynamic and burgeoning global space ecosystem.

Purpose

The Accreditation Council for Space Education (ACSE) was created to provide guidance for space-based education at the college and university levels, both domestically and internationally. The criteria, along with the accreditation policies and procedures, serve as the basis to evaluate the quality of educational programs offered and to promote and ensure quality space education. Our aim is to hold space-based academic programs accountable to the educational community, the dynamic and burgeoning global space ecosystem, and the public.

What We Do

Founded in 2022 from Space Foundation, the Accreditation Council for Space Education (ACSE) is the first organization to offer interdisciplinary space education accreditation standards. ACSE provides members with a direct connection to the growing body of space-based knowledge to inform space-based academic standards, drive innovation, and prepare the future workforce.

Accreditation Council for Space Education

The Vision

The global vision of ACSE is to set the standard for quality interdisciplinary space-based education programs and to encourage continuous improvement and innovation.

Our Core Values

Quality
Continuous Improvement
Innovation
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Global Diversity

Frequently Asked Questions

Why was ACSE created?

Prior to ACSE, there was no agency to accredit interdisciplinary academic programs that focus on topics of importance specific to the space industry. Programmatic accreditation such as ACSE is helpful for students and employers to identify and distinguish legitimate programs of value, and it creates a framework for future employers and academic institutions to reach a common understanding of what standards should be included and expected in academic programs.

Who determines standards?

Who reviews programs for accreditation?

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Candidacy

By becoming a candidate for accreditation, universities can demonstrate their commitment to providing high-quality space education programs to their students. This can enhance the university's reputation and help attract top students and faculty.

Resources

Our accreditation program provides access to a wealth of resources, including best practices, research, and industry updates. Universities can use these resources to improve their space education programs and stay up-to-date with the latest developments in the field.

Networking

Our accreditation program offers opportunities for universities to connect with other institutions, industry professionals, and government agencies involved in space education. This can lead to collaborations, partnerships, and new initiatives that benefit the university and its students.