<p>I assumed the person asking the original question isn’t asking advice about a virtual/on-line college with a dubious background (i.e. diploma mills) or a college that just opened its doors. Someplace that just opened is more of an exception then the rule and there would be a whole different set of questions to research. Reputable, well established colleges will clearly show their accreditation status on their website. If that is something that concerns you, it is easy enough to research on-line. Once you are satisified with that, you can check the box and move on to the other factors being discussed above.</p>
<p>I think the majority answering the OP’s original question are providing advice in the context of exisiting/established colleges.</p>