The university is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and also has numerous additional specialized accreditations for its colleges and programs.[1][18] The Center for Psychological Studies is accredited by the American Psychological Association and recognized by the Florida Department of Education.[18][100] The NSU University School is accredited by AdvancED[101] and recognized by the Florida Kindergarten Council and the Florida Council of Independent Schools.[102] The College of Allopathic Medicine received Preliminary Accreditation by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) on October 10, 2017, becoming the eighth M.D. degree granting medical school in Florida.[103] The business school is accredited by the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education.