Sec. 13b.02.04.02. Scope of Exemption

A. An institution of postsecondary education may obtain an exemption as a religious educational institution and operate without a certificate of approval from the Commission if the institution:

(1) Is established for religious educational purposes;

(2) Provides educational programs only for religious vocations or purposes;

(3) Offers only sectarian instruction designed for and aimed at individuals who hold or seek to learn the particular religious faiths or beliefs taught by the institution; and

(4) States on the certificate or diploma the religious nature of the award.

B. An institution that applies for exemption and that, at the time of application, does not hold a certificate of approval from the Commission may not operate, do business, or offer instruction unless and until the Commission grants the institution an exemption under this chapter.

C. A religious educational institution that is accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the United States Department of Education may not operate without a certificate of approval from the Commission.