Distance Education: National Council for SARA
The State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (SARA) is a national initiative to provide a voluntary, regional approach to state oversight of post secondary distance education. When states join SARA, they agree to follow uniform processes for approving their eligible institutions' participation. Participation in SARA allows institutions to provide online courses outside of their own state borders by seeking and maintaining state approvals via a streamlined process. To learn more, visit NC SARA.
New York State Education Department State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements
Current authorized SARA member states can be viewed on the SARA Interactive Map
National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC SARA)
3005 Center Green Drive, Suite 130
Boulder, Colorado 80301
T: (720) 680-1600
info@nc-sara.org
Information on Complaint Resolution Policies
Federal regulations require institutions delivering distance education courses to provide students and prospective students with contact information for filing complaints with the state approval or licensing entity in the student's state of residency and any other relevant state official or agency that would appropriately handle a student complaint.
SARA requires the College to provide all students taking courses under SARA's provisions with information on the College's and SARA's complaint resolution policies and procedures. SARA applies solely to distance education activity conducted across state lines. It does not apply to distance education activities inside New York State. Only those complaints resulting from distance education courses or activities offered to students in other SARA states come under the terms of SARA. Out-of-state students enrolled in distance education must exhaust the John Jay College and CUNY complaint processes by visiting the OCUE/NYSED complaints webpage link. Students can review the SARA complaint process by visiting State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements - SARA link. Complaints from in-state students are to be resolved under the College's provisions, not those of SARA through OCUE/NYSED complaints webpage link.
John Jay College Educational Consumer Protection Statement
John Jay College of Criminal Justice – CUNY is committed to providing high-quality education and ensuring a positive experience for all students. We adhere to the highest standards of integrity and strive to maintain transparency in all aspects of our educational offerings. As part of our commitment to educational consumer protection, we uphold the following principles:
- Quality Education: We are dedicated to delivering education that meets rigorous academic standards and prepares students for their chosen careers or further academic pursuits.
- Accurate Information: We provide accurate and comprehensive information about our programs, including curriculum, faculty qualifications, tuition and fees, financial aid options, and graduation rates.
- Complaint Resolution: We have a formal process for addressing student complaints and concerns promptly and fairly. Students are encouraged to seek resolution through established channels, and we are committed to addressing issues in a timely manner.
- Privacy and Confidentiality: We respect and protect the privacy rights of our students in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. Confidentiality is maintained throughout all interactions and processes.
- Continuous Improvement: We regularly review and evaluate our educational programs and services to ensure they meet the needs of our students and maintain high standards of quality and effectiveness.
John Jay College of Criminal Justice—CUNY is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment where students can thrive academically and personally. We value our students and stakeholders as we strive to continuously improve our educational offerings and uphold our commitment to educational consumer protection. For more information on JJAY’s student consumer protections or procedures to file a complaint, please visit the following links.
Student Consumer Information | John Jay College of Criminal Justice (cuny.edu)
SARA for Students | NC-SARA
Student Consumer Protections Page | NC-SARA
Student Complaints | NC-SARA
Professional Licensure
Important Note for Students: Professional licensure and certification requirements often vary from state to state. At this time, John Jay College(CUNY) does not offer programs that lead to professional licensure or certification. For professional licensure or certification information, it is recommended that students contact the state licensing board relative to their program in the state they are seeking licensure
If you are considering an academic degree program at John Jay College that may meet the requirements for a professional license in your state, it is highly recommended that you first seek guidance from the appropriate licensing agency in your home state before beginning an academic program at John Jay College.