Accrediting Agency Places Wheeling University On Probation
WHEELING, W.Va. (AP) — Wheeling University in West Virginia has been placed on probation by the Higher Learning Commission due to its finances.
The independent regional accreditor found that the school "does not have sufficient fiscal resources to support its operation," noting it relies heavily on subsidies from the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston, The Intelligencer Wheeling News-Register reported. A letter dated March 4 notified the school of its status.
In a response Monday, Wheeling University President Ginny Favede said the school remains fully accredited and is working to address concerns. Although the school is on probation, Favede noted that the commission has removed the "financial distress" designation it imposed two years ago.
"The sanction has no negative impact on academics and will not affect students in terms of the awarding of credits or degrees," she said.
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