Accreditation Council For Clinical Research Education (ACCRE)

Assuring and Advancing Quality in Clinical Research Education since 1965

Application Process

What documentation and information does ACCRE need from an institution that wants to establish a College/School of Clinical Research?

Request a copy of Guidelines for Seeking Preaccreditation Status (document contains necessary forms).

What is the application fee?

A new program application fee of $12,500 is required for initial review by ACCRE. For additional fee information, click here.

What are the important dates for submitting a new application?

For consideration at a February Board of Directors' Meeting:

•  Initial application (plus full payment of application fee):  November 15
•  Final application (plus 10 copies): January 1

For consideration at a July Board of Directors' Meeting:

•  Initial application (plus full payment of application fee):  April 15
•  Final application (plus 10 copies):  June 1

Any program considering an application for a new college or school of Clinical Research is highly encouraged to consult ACCRE staff well before an initial application is submitted