Lincoln Memorial University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, educational specialist, and doctorate degrees. Lincoln Memorial University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Lincoln Memorial University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
Professional College Accreditation
Lincoln Memorial University- College of Dental Medicine (LMU-CDM) is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) to offer an academic program leading to the Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree. The degree is conferred by the Board of Trustees of LMU on those candidates recommended by the faculty of LMU-CDM. CODA is the only accrediting agency for the dental education and is recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE).
LMU DMD initial accreditation visit was March 1, 2021. The school was found to be in compliance. The next CODA site visit will be August, 2024.
Additional information on accreditation can be found at: https://coda.ada.org
Mailing Address:
Commission on Dental Accreditation
211 E. Chicago Ave.
Suite 1900
Chicago, Illinois 60611
Accreditation Grievances
Students wishing to file a complaint related to the accreditation standards and procedures have two options:
- The student may file a complaint in writing to the Dean of LMU-CDM. Forms are available on the LMU-CDM website.
- The Lincoln Memorial University-College of Dental Medicine (LMU-CDM), in compliance with the Standards of the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA), conducts an on-going outcomes assessment program to ensure that the CDM receives input and feedback from multiple sources, including students, to determine that the CDM is fulfilling its educational goals.
This notice informs you of the additional opportunity to provide feedback directly to CODA if you feel the CDM is not fulfilling CODA Standards or is not following CODA policies and procedures.
CODA reviews all complaints related to the CDM’s compliance with accreditation standards. The Commission is interested in ensuring sustained quality and continued improvement of dental and dental-related education programs but does not act on behalf of individuals in matters of admission, appointment, promotion, or dismissal of faculty, staff, and students.
A copy of the accreditation standards and the Commission’s policy and procedure for submission of complaints may be obtained by contacting the Commission at 211 Each Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611 or calling 1-800-621-8099 extension 4653. Additionally, the procedure for submitting complaints can be found at www.ada.org/prof/ed/accred/complaint.html.
LMU-CDM requests the opportunity to address any complaint internally before seeking an investigation by the Commission. If we can be of service in that regard, or if you have questions about your right to file a complaint, please contact the CDM Associate Dean of Academic Affairs.
Students may file a complaint or grievance without fear of retaliation. Retaliation (in any form) towards students filing complaints or grievances is strictly prohibited.