Kristen Dennis November 4, 2022 ACICS Loss of Recognition as Accreditor May Affect Certain F-1 Students, H-1B Workers, and I-140 Applicants Kristen Dennis November 4, 2022 On Aug. 19, the U.S. Dept. of Education announced that it no longer recognizes the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools as an accrediting agency, immediately affecting 2 immigration-related student programs.