To establish a new chapter, which of the following is a requirement?

• A. Must be a four-year accredited institution.
• B. Must be a two-year college.
• C. Must be located on campus.
• D. Must have a national charter.

Answer: (A)

The key idea is that establishing a new chapter relies on the hosting institution having formal, recognized status as a four-year accredited college or university. This accreditation confirms the institution meets established standards and provides the stability, governance framework, and campus support necessary for a chapter to operate reliably over time. A four-year accredited setting typically offers a dedicated student life office, approved policies for chartering student groups, access to advisers, and resources that help sustain leadership and activities beyond a single cohort.

Two-year colleges, while legitimate, often have different governance structures and may not meet the degree-granting or campus-policy requirements that many organizations rely on for new chapters. Location on campus isn’t universally required and doesn’t address the foundational legitimacy provided by accreditation. A national charter pertains to the national organization’s governance, which is helpful but not the prerequisite foundation provided by the hosting institution’s four-year accreditation.