Post Secondary Schools: The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity’s, Workforce Development (LEO-WD) has statutory powers, duties, functions, and responsibilities regarding the establishment and approval of non-public institutions incorporating private colleges and universities under the Michigan General Corporation Act (1931 PA 327). In addition, Proprietary schools are required to be licensed and their programs approved by LEO-WD.
Effective March 3, 2023, a new search feature has been added. The Post Secondary License Search tool allows the public to search the entire list of post secondary schools requiring licensure by the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) - Employment & Training (E&T).
The Higher Education Authorization and Distance Education Reciprocal Exchange Act (2015 PA 45) authorizes the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity to enter into reciprocal distance learning compacts; ensure that distance learning providers meet standards of practice; set annual fees; protect student records; and establish a student complaint system.
In-state schools that choose to participate as part of a national reciprocity agreement are authorized to provide distance education in other member states. Out-of-state schools located in states that are not a member of a national reciprocity agreement may seek authorization under this act to provide distance education to Michigan residents.
To be eligible to apply and participate, a school must be degree granting and accredited.
Please click on the following MIPSS Distance Education Authorization License User Guide link for instructions on how to apply for a new license and or renew your existing license.
Schools that provide training in a specific trade, occupation or vocation are required to be licensed by the PSS, in accordance with Proprietary Schools Act, Public Act 148 of 1943. Students attending these schools do not receive a degree but may earn a certificate of completion.
If you already have an account and need to login to the new system, please visit: https://jobs.mitalent.org/signin
If you need to create an account, please visit: https://jobs.mitalent.org/MITC/Admin/License/Apply
Please click on the following MIPSS Proprietary Schools License User Guide link for instructions on how to apply for a new license and or renew your existing license.
Non-degree granting proprietary or trade schools, with no physical presence in Michigan, providing distance education to Michigan residents need to be licensed under the Proprietary Schools Act, Public Act 148 of 1943.
Please click on the following MIPSS Distance Education Authorization License User Guide link for instructions on how to apply for a new license and or renew your existing license.
PSS has statutory powers, duties, functions and responsibilities regarding the establishment and approval of non-public institutions incorporating private colleges and universities in accordance with Public Act 327 of 1931, Educational Corporations-Private College or University, Michigan General Corporation Act, MCL 450.170 to 450.177.
If you need to create an account, please visit: https://jobs.mitalent.org/MITC/Admin/License/Apply
Please click on the following MIPSS New Educational Corporation Approval User Guide link for instructions on how to apply for a new approval to operate a private college or university in or from Michigan.
When applying for a Proprietary School license, there are numerous documents and information required to be included. The required documents also vary depending on the school type you intend to open. The Proprietary School Guidebook Document Requirements offers guidance and clarification regarding each document, along with the information that will need to be included. The guidebook also shares how to avoid common errors to help minimize mistakes and expedite the application process.
Effective Monday, October 4, 2021, Proprietary Post Secondary Schools (PSS) has partnered with DiplomaSender to fulfill transcript requests/education verifications for closed, private schools. Please visit DiplomaSender.com to submit your request and make your payment on-line. This self-service website is available 24 hours per day, seven days per week. You may also reach a DiplomaSender specialist Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Central Time at 855-313-5799.
Michigan Department of Labor & Economic Opportunity - Office of Employment & Training
P.O. Box 30805
Lansing, Michigan 48933
Phone: 517-335-5858
Fax: 517-241-9846
All post secondary school inquiries should be directed to: PSS@michigan.gov.
Please include your school name and license number in your inquiry.
