1. A. Except as provided in subsection (B), only an accredited, degree-granting licensee may use the term “university” or any other name or title in literature, catalogs, pamphlets, or other materials made available to the public that implies or would lead a reasonable person to believe the licensee is an institution of higher education or grants educational credentials, academic credit, or professional degrees.

2. B. A licensee may use the term “university” in its name if the licensee:

   1. 1. Offers at least one program leading to a post-baccalaureate or higher degree and is regionally or nationally accredited by a DE-recognized accrediting agency;
   2. 2. Was licensed in this state and used the term “university” in its name before the effective date of this Section; and
   3. 3. Is chartered or licensed in another state using the term “university” in its name.

3. C. A licensee may use terms such as “certified,” “master,” and “professional” in a program title, advertising, and student materials if a student is designated as “certified,” “master,” or “professional” only:

   1. 1. After the student completes the program and passes an examination that requires a showing of proficiency or ability;

   2. 2. If the designation is:

      1. a. Conferred by a nationally recognized industry-related organization;
      2. b. Conferred by an industry-related board or commission that is statutorily created; or
      3. c. A commonly accepted industry practice; and
   3. 3. If the diploma to be issued from a program is submitted to the Board for review before the program is offered.
4. D. A licensee shall not use the term “master’s” in the title of a vocational program.

Historical Note

New Section made by final rulemaking at 22 A.A.R. 921, effective June 4, 2016 (Supp. 16-2).