The University of Louisville has been approved to participate in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements. SARA is a voluntary agreement that allows states and institutions to offer distance education, including out-of-state field placements, in other participating states so long as the institution adheres to certain quality and consumer protection standards. See more information on SARA. Kentucky is a member of SARA, and UofL is an approved SARA institution.

Though SARA authorizes the University to offer its programs in member states, it is possible that other state requirements not covered by SARA (such as requirements from state licensing boards) could necessitate the restriction of certain programs in certain states. Students may not be able to complete field placements in their desired state if the state licensing board has additional requirements or approval processes.

Important note for relocating during the course of a program: Prospective and current students should keep in mind that licensing and authorization requirements vary by state and that relocating during the course of a program to another state could impact whether that student can continue in the course, meet the eligibility requirements of that state, and/or receive financial aid funding. Please contact your program to check for authorization and licensure eligibility requirements if you relocate during the course of a program.

• Online Education
• State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA) (pdf)
• Student Complaints
• State Authorization Resources
• CPE Authorization Letter for UofL September 11, 2017 (pdf)