unaccredited
adjective
un·ac·cred·it·ed
ˌən-ə-ˈkre-də-təd 
: not recognized as meeting prescribed standards or requirements : not accredited
an unaccredited institution
As the school was unaccredited and still didn't offer degrees (as opposed to certificates), they were ineligible for federal loans.—
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Other Pell changes off the table for now An earlier version of Trump’s bill would have allowed Workforce Pell grants to be used at unaccredited training providers, stirring fears that unscrupulous entities might take advantage.
—Natalie Yahr, jsonline.com, 19 July 2025
Remedial, non-credit, English language learning and study abroad programs, as well as unaccredited programs, are not eligible for workforce Pell Grants.
—Kamaron McNair, CNBC, 10 July 2025
Expanded Pell Grants to unaccredited and for-profit institutions under the Workforce Pell program.
—Robert Farrington, Forbes.com, 26 June 2025
The free, unaccredited program is intended to foster experimentation and collaboration among its participants and will supply them with a wide range of resources, including studio space, workshops, mentorship opportunities, and platforms for public engagement.
—News Desk, Artforum, 5 June 2025
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Natalie Yahr, jsonline.com, 19 July 2025
Remedial, non-credit, English language learning and study abroad programs, as well as unaccredited programs, are not eligible for workforce Pell Grants.
—Kamaron McNair, CNBC, 10 July 2025
Expanded Pell Grants to unaccredited and for-profit institutions under the Workforce Pell program.
—Robert Farrington, Forbes.com, 26 June 2025
The free, unaccredited program is intended to foster experimentation and collaboration among its participants and will supply them with a wide range of resources, including studio space, workshops, mentorship opportunities, and platforms for public engagement.
—News Desk, Artforum, 5 June 2025
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“Unaccredited.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unaccredited. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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