Berkeley Graduate Institute Earns DEAC Accreditation

Berkeley, CA - June 04, 2024 (USANews.com) - The Western Institute of Social Research (“WISeR”), is proud to announce that it has achieved a significant milestone by being institutionally accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC).

Founded in 1975, WISeR started as a small alternative graduate institute offering personalized degree programs. Over the years, it has grown and evolved into a respected institution that provides high-quality education in the field of social research. The accreditation by DEAC is a testament to WISeR's commitment to excellence in education and its dedication to providing students with a valuable learning experience.

The U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) both recognize DEAC as a U.S. institutional accreditor, further solidifying WISeR's accreditation status. "We are thrilled to have achieved this accreditation milestone," said Dr. John Bilorusky, (PhD, Higher Education, UC Berkeley, 1972), President of WISeR. "It is a validation of the hard work and dedication of our faculty, staff, and students. This accreditation will open up new opportunities for our institution and allow us to continue to provide top-notch education to our students."

“WISeR” has a distinctive mission focusing on social justice, inclusiveness, diversity, and multiculturalism. It offers interactive, graduate level (MS and EdD) distance-learning programs, locally and globally, in the areas of education, community leadership, social change, and psychology (MFT and LPCC). Everyone is invited to join us in this joyous celebration on June 15 th 3 pm to 6 pm (1821 San Catalina, Berkeley, at WISR’s location at Thousand Oaks Church). For more information about WISeR and its accredited programs, visit www.wiser.edu.