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Institutions must obtain approval from states for local and distance postsecondary educational activities relevant to the delivery of educational programs. Activities include online learning, non-classroom experiences, faculty members who live outside of North Carolina, proctoring, professional licensure, and marketing. Compliance with individual state requirements is now part of the Higher Education Opportunity Act of 2008, Amended 2010, H 600.9(c).

91´óÉñ participates in the . NC-SARA is a voluntary, regional approach to state oversight of postsecondary distance education.

The states in which the college is authorized to serve students are listed below. If you reside in a state not on this list, you are not eligible to register for online classes at RCC at this time. If you have questions, please contact our admissions office at [email protected].

SARA North Carolina Portal Liason

Terrence R. Scarborough, M.P.A. – Director of SARA North Carolina
North Carolina State Education Assistance Authority
c/o SARA North Carolina
P.O. Box 41349
Raleigh, NC 27629
919.248.4667
[email protected]

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Is 91´óÉñ Accredited?

Yes, 91´óÉñ is accredited by the Southern Association of Schools and Colleges Commission on Colleges, 1866 Southern Ln, Decatur, GA 30033, (404) 679-4500, to award associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates.

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91´óÉñ and NC Post-Secondary Education Complaint Procedures

If you have a complaint, you should attempt to resolve the complaint through the RCC grievance procedure.

RCC Student Complaint Process

RCC Student Complaint Form

Complaints should be addressed to the attention of the Vice President of Academic Affairs:

Sheila Regan
Vice President for Academic Affairs
P.O. Box 38
Wentworth, NC  27375
336.342.4261, ext. 2137
[email protected]

If a complaint cannot be resolved through RCC grievance procedures, students may file a complaint with SARA-NC (State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement-North Carolina)

Contact Information:
SARA North Carolina Director
NCSEAA
P.O. Box 41349
Raleigh, NC 27629
(855) 727-2162
[email protected]

These resources may also be helpful in resolving complaints

Please review the   then print and complete the   and submit the complaint to:

North Carolina Post-Secondary Education Complaints
c/o Student Complaints
223 S. West Street, Suite 1800
Raleigh NC 27603
919.962.4550
Website: 

If a student has evidence that an institution is in significant non-compliance with SACSCOC standards, policies, procedures or complaints, the individual should inform SACSCOC using the  .

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges:
1866 Southern Lane
Decatur, GA 30033
404.679.4500

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What about licensure and certification programs offered by 91´óÉñ?

Students should contact 91´óÉñ directly regarding enrollment and licensure options for any program of interest. For more information about professional licensure in your state, or in the state in which you plan to practice, please contact the respective licensing board in the state where you reside before beginning a program.  NC SARA (National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement) has provided contact information for .

View the Licensure List to learn about the appropriate licensing or certification organization for your program.

Although we strive to connect you with the best information possible, 91´óÉñ Community College cannot confirm whether a particular program meets requirements for professional licensure and/or certification outside of the State of North Carolina.

Currently, 91´óÉñ offers the following programs that lead to professional licensure or certification:

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RCC Program Contact

P.O. Box 38
Wentworth, NC  27375