What are Degree Mills?

One - Institutions that offer degreprograms e that can be completed in an irregular period of time (some in only days) or with little or no academic work being done by the student.

Two - These Degree Mills offer their diplomas in exchange for up-front tuition or a flat fee.

Three - They typically have no admission standards such as standardized testing grades, referrals, endorsements, application essays or transcripts such as traditional, accredited universities require.

Concerns

Online Degrees
- Many online universities are fully accredited and require students to apply and submit work as they would at a traditional brick and mortar university.
- However, there are also numerous Degree Mills online that offer degrees in exchange for tuition.

Mail Order Degrees
- For a set amount of money or tuition fee, students can send away for a diploma and receive one in the mail from that organisation.
- These institutions are not recognised by any higher education governing bodies.

Increase in Local Agents
- An increase in the number of local agents who facilitate the use/access to these services.

The Accreditation Unit is asking for your assistance in promoting the use of genuine institutions. Thank you.