The Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) accepted the Committee on Recognition’s recommendation to recognize the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB). CHEA’s action follows an application review conducted in March 2026 and the board’s final recognition decision in early May. NAAB is the specialized accreditor for architecture professional degree programs, and CHEA recognition affirms NAAB’s commitment to academic quality, continuous improvement, accountability, and public confidence through peer review. The development matters for architecture education programs seeking clarity on quality assurance expectations and for institutional leaders monitoring the recognition landscape that can influence accreditation-related compliance.