Student Group Accreditation

Application

Student organizations that wish to be accredited through the university to become an Accredited Student Group or Academic Society must submit the following items as part of their application

1. A copy of a certificate of insurance;
2. A copy of their most current constitution or mission statement;
3. Submit a minimum of ten (10) student signatures along with their printed names and student numbers of students who are supportive of the organization being accredited.

Note: Student organizations cannot be accredited under this policy and certified under the CUSA clubs process. Only one process can be utilized. Student Groups with undergraduate membership must apply for certification with CUSA. Only those who have applied and been denied by CUSA may apply for accreditation through the Student Experience Office.

Deadline for Accreditation is September 30th annually. Applications received after this date will not be reviewed until the following academic year.

Please ensure you have reviewed the Recognition of Student Organizations Policy prior to applying for accreditation.

Student groups looking to renew thier Student Group Accreditation status may submit a renewal application form.

Benefits of Becoming an Accredited Organization

Student organizations that are accredited by the university or certified by CUSA are accorded the following benefits:

1. Exclusive use of the university’s name subject to regulations;
2. Ability to book space subject to the Space Booking Request process;
3. Right to hold events in accordance with university policies;
4. Use of campus facilities for the solicitation of memberships
5. Ability to apply to the CUx Experience Fund.