The University and its programs are accredited by the following associations and agencies:

• Frostburg State University -- Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools
• B.A./B.S. in Athletic Training: Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
• B.A./B.S. programs in Electrical and Mechanical Engineering, in collaboration with the University of Maryland College Park: Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET)
• B.A./B.S. in Recreation and Parks Management: National Recreation and Park Association/American Association for Leisure and Recreation (NRPA/AALR)
• B.A./B.S. in Social Work: Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)
• Teacher Education Programs: National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) with recognition by 14 professional content associations for compliance with national standards; also approved by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) as consistent with the Maryland Redesign of Teacher Education
• M.S. in Counseling Psychology: Master’s in Psychology Accreditation Council (MPAC)
• Counseling and Psychological Services: International Association of Counseling Services
• Brady Health Center: Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC)