York is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, (312) 263-0456, 30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400 Chicago, Illinois 60602-2504.

York College’s Teacher Education program received national accreditation from the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).

York is also a member of the Nebraska Independent College Foundation (NICF).