All institutions that participate in Title IV federal programs are required to provide a general disclosure to prospective and enrolled students of professional licensure programs. This policy is in accordance with federal code amendment 34 CFR--PART §668.43 Institutional Information which is effective as of July 1, 2020, and the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (NC-SARA) rules listed in the NC-SARA Manual 21.1.
Lincoln University is a member of the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (NC-SARA or SARA). States join SARA and agree to follow their processes. Institutions within these states who are approved to become members also follow policies to help protect students who are enrolled in online programs, online courses, hybrid courses, face-to-face courses, professional licensure programs, and internships.
Pennsylvania is a member of NC-SARA. Lincoln University is approved by the state of Pennsylvania to offer distance education programs to students in other SARA member states. These include 49 states as well as the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The non-SARA states and territories are California, American Samoa, Guam, Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Northern Mariana Islands, and Palau.
Membership in NC-SARA does not recognize nor currently support reciprocity for state licensing educational requirements. The Pennsylvania requirements for any of Lincoln University’s professional licensure or certificate programs may not meet the educational requirements of other states.
Lincoln University recommends that students contact department chairs or program directors for assistance with professional licensure program questions and concerns. Students may also search and review the state licensing agencies for their current location. Please note, Lincoln University has made no determination for any state or territory other than the state of Pennsylvania.
Before a student makes a financial commitment to a professional licensure program, the student will receive a Direct Disclosure document based on their current location. The student must sign the disclosure as confirmation of receipt of the document.
NC-SARA Terminology definitions can be found at the following link:
NC-SARA Manual 21.1
Effective: July 1, 2020