Supporting Compliance through Quality Standards.
In 1992, Mississippi Senate Bill 2636 transferred the administration of proprietary school and college registration from the State Department of Education to the Mississippi Community College Board (MCCB).
Under the MCCB, the Commission on Proprietary School and College Registration (CPSCR) implements the statutory provisions of Title 75, Chapter 60, along with the CPSCR regulations, policies, and related guidance that govern proprietary institutions in Mississippi. These standards ensure that schools maintain the facilities, resources, and instructional quality necessary to provide meaningful educational opportunities.
CPSCR Publications
To ensure you are accessing the most current CPSCR regulations, policies, and supporting documents, all CPSCR publications are now housed on the MCCB Publications page.
Application & Renewal Process
- Step 1 - Letter of Intent
Submit a Letter of Intent to CPSCR to begin the process.
Include:
- Type of school
- Physical location
- Anticipated start date
- Email and phone contact
Include the $25 application packet fee.
The CPSCR will issue EDvera credentials and provide access to regulations and guidance.
- Step 2 - Prepare Documentation
Applicants must submit complete documentation demonstrating the school’s ability to provide quality education. This includes:
- Ownership and governance structure
- Curriculum and program outlines
- Instructor qualifications
- Catalog and policies (admissions, refunds, complaints, etc.)
- Financial statements
- Required surety bonds
Refer to the CPSCR Regulations for full documentation requirements.
- Step 3 - Submit Full Application
Application Fee: $2,500
Agent License Fee: $500
$50,000 proprietary school bond and required agent bond.
Upload all documentation and payment information in EDvera.
- Step 4 - Review & Decision
The CPSCR reviews applications for completeness and compliance.
Additional documentation may be requested.
All new/initial applications must be submitted 30 days prior to a CPSCR commission meeting.
Upon approval, a Certificate of Registration is issued.
Schools may not operate until the certificate is in effect.
Processing time varies by submission date and Commission meeting schedule.
Exemptions from Registration
Some institutions are not required to register if they meet the exemption criteria outlined in Section 75-60-5 of Mississippi law. Organizations may qualify for exemption if they fall into one of the following categories:
- Institutions offering academic programs, including public and private
- Employer-based training programs offered exclusively to employees
- Non-Vocational or personal improvement programs
- Kindergartens and similar early-learning institutions
How to Apply for an Exemption
Institutions seeking exemption must submit an electronic Exemption Application and provide:
- The specific exemption provision being claimed
- Documentation supporting the request (such as a catalog, charter, license, or organizational documents)
Exemptions must be renewed annually and include a $100 fee. The CPSCR reserves the authority to suspend or withdraw an exemption if circumstances change or eligibility is no longer met.
Commission Meetings and Deadlines
Application and exemption requests are reviewed in advance of regularly scheduled Commission meetings.
Submissions must meet posted deadlines to be included on a meeting agenda.
View Meeting Schedule and Deadlines
Not a School?
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