Accreditation and Affiliates
Sonoran Desert Institute has demonstrated the ability to meet criteria for academic and consumer rights standards from federal and state agencies as well as non-governmental agencies. These standards ensure quality education through sound financial operations, approved programs of study, qualified instructors, and approved recruitment and admissions policies. Reviews and renewals of accreditation are conducted periodically as required.
Sonoran Desert Institute is accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC). Information about all accreditation and approval agencies is listed below.
The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency. The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
1101 17th Street, NW., Suite 808
Washington, D.C. 20036
Phone: (202) 234-5100
Fax: (202) 332-1386
Sonoran Desert Institute is accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission.
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1740 W. Adams, Suite 3008
Phoenix, AZ 85007
Phone: (602) 542-5709
Sonoran Desert Institute is licensed by the Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education.
Visit WebsiteSonoran Desert Institute participates in State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements.
P.O. Box 980818
West Sacramento, CA 95798-0818
Phone: (888) 370-7589
Sonoran Desert Institute is registered as an out-of-state institution with the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE) to enroll California students.
Visit WebsiteThe Associate of Science in Firearms Technology (ASFT), Associate of Science in Uncrewed Technology (ASUT), Certificate in Firearms Technology – Gunsmithing (CFTG), Certificate in Firearms Technology – Handgun Specialist (CFTHS), and Certificate in Uncrewed Technology – Aerial Systems (CUTAS) programs are approved by the Arizona State Approving Agency for use of VA Education benefits.
In recognition of the importance of ethical practices in the admissions process, Sonoran Desert Institute subscribes to the Statement of Principles of Good Practice in College Admission and Recruitment, which has been approved by the American Council on Education (ACE) and the American Association of College Registrars and Admissions Counselors (AACRAO).
SDI has signed the Department of Defense Voluntary Education Partnership Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), agrees to the Principles of Excellence established by the Executive Order (EO) 13607, and is eligible to participate in military TA.