W. Va. Code R. § 135-20-8

Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024

Section 135-20-8 - Authorization Procedures for Out-of-State Institutions with Physical Presence in West Virginia

8.1. An out-of-state institution with physical presence in West Virginia, as defined in Section 3, but no physical location within the State shall apply to the Council for initial authorization by submitting a written application on a form prescribed by the Chancellor that is signed and verified by the chief executive officer of the institution and includes the following:

8.1.1. Documentation that the institution has established a "physical presence" in West Virginia, as that term is defined in Section 3 of this rule;

8.1.2. Documentation of accreditation by an accreditor;

8.1.3. An initial application fee of $500, which the Council may adjust or waive as it deems appropriate;

8.1.4. Documentation that the institution is authorized to operate by the appropriate agency in its home state; and

8.1.5. Any additional information required by the Chancellor to determine whether to grant the institution's application for initial authorization.

8.2. The Council may authorize an institution with a physical presence, but not a physical location, in West Virginia for up to four years: Provided, That the institution submits an application for renewal of the authorization to the Council at least 90 days prior to the expiration of the initial authorization.

8.3. Institutions authorized under this section are not subject to the reauthorization process established in 135 C.S.R. 52, Reauthorization of Degree-Granting Institutions.

W. Va. Code R. § 135-20-8