Summary answer
ITAA accreditation is maintained by (1) payment of the annual accreditation licence fee, (2) continuing to meet ITAA standards and institutional obligations, and (3) participating in monitoring and periodic re‑evaluation processes. The annual fee covers the institution and its approved theological programmes; additional campus fees may apply where relevant. Institutions must notify ITAA of significant changes and keep public information accurate.
What the renewal cycle involves
Renewal is both administrative and evaluative. Administratively, accredited institutions pay the annual accreditation fee to retain an active licence. Evaluatively, ITAA requires institutions to continue meeting standards, submit any required reports, and participate in monitoring activities (such as desk reviews or follow‑up assessments). Periodic re‑evaluation or re‑accreditation may occur on the cycle specified in an institution's accreditation letter.
Fees and licences
ITAA charges an annual accreditation fee payable after successful accreditation to maintain active status. The annual fee covers the whole accredited institution and its approved programmes; separate fees apply for additional campuses that do not fall under the same institutional identity or governance model.
Institutional responsibilities during renewal
- Maintain policies, records and public statements showing continued compliance with ITAA standards.
- Notify ITAA promptly of significant institutional changes (ownership, governance, programme scope, campus additions).
- Ensure all local licences, registrations or statutory approvals required by law remain valid — ITAA accreditation does not replace these obligations.
Consequences of non‑renewal or non‑compliance
If an institution fails to renew its licence or meet ITAA requirements, ITAA may amend, suspend or withdraw accreditation following its governance procedures. Institutions remain solely responsible for the lawful issuance of certificates, diplomas and degrees and for communicating accreditation status to students and the public.
Frequently asked questions
ITAA accreditation equals governmental recognition.
ITAA is not a government authority and its accreditation does not substitute for any statutory recognition or degree‑awarding powers required by local law.
Paying the annual fee overrides the need for local licences.
Payment of ITAA fees maintains accreditation status but does not replace any national, state/provincial or local legal responsibilities; institutions must hold necessary local licences independently.
ITAA position on renewal and legal responsibilities
Locked statements:
ITAA is a private theological accreditation agency.
ITAA is not a governmental accreditation authority.
ITAA accreditation never overrides local law.
Institutions remain solely responsible for compliance with all applicable national, state or provincial, regional, and local laws.
ITAA does not grant statutory degree‑awarding powers.
Accreditation status does not replace governmental recognition where required.
Institutional rankings measure the maturity of systems and governance, not the value of a ministry, spiritual calling, ministry effectiveness, or God’s favour.