Cosmo Achieves WASC Accreditation, Marking Global First for AI Education

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SAN JOSE, CA, February 6, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- Cosmo  (Algorithm of Learning Inc.), an AI-driven education provider, announced today that it has been granted school-level full accreditation by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), one of the most respected and rigorous accrediting bodies in the United States, marking the first time an AI education institution globally has achieved this level of accreditation. The milestone underscores Cosmo’s adherence to established standards of academic quality, institutional governance, and continuous improvement in student learning outcomes.

WASC accreditation is a voluntary, non-governmental review process that evaluates the overall effectiveness of an educational institution, including its academic programs, governance structure, instructional quality and student support systems. WASC has accredited public, private and independent schools across the western United States and select international locations, and its decisions are widely recognized throughout the U.S. education system.

“This accreditation reflects years of disciplined work to align our institution with long-standing standards for school quality,” said Jessica Zou, co-founder of Cosmo. “Our mission has been to combine experienced educators with advanced artificial intelligence to deliver rigorous, personalized learning. Recognition from WASC affirms the integrity and sustainability of that approach.”

Cosmo, formerly known as ClassUp, has experienced rapid growth in the United States through its AI-enhanced, one-on-one online instruction model. As of 2025, more than 150,000 students have participated in Cosmo’s personalized learning programs, reflecting strong demand among U.S. families for data-driven and individualized academic support.

Unlike course-level or product-specific certifications, WASC’s school-level accreditation evaluates an institution as a whole. The process assesses curriculum design, faculty qualifications, monitoring of student achievement and organizational governance. Institutions that achieve this status are required to demonstrate sustained educational quality, ongoing self-study and continuous peer review.

For students and families, WASC accreditation serves as a widely understood indicator of institutional credibility within the U.S. education landscape. Accreditation supports confidence that an institution’s learning experiences and academic records meet recognized standards of quality and rigor, factors that are often considered in college admissions and credit evaluation processes.

According to education experts, WASC school-level accreditation requires a comprehensive, multi-year review process that evaluates an institution’s academic standards, instructional outcomes, faculty credentials, and student support infrastructure.

Cosmo’s approval for a six-year accreditation cycle indicates a high level of confidence by the review committee in the company’s institutional stability, governance and long-term quality assurance mechanisms. The outcome is seen by industry observers as a significant validation of AI-driven education models within established U.S. accreditation frameworks.

As artificial intelligence continues to shape the future of education, Cosmo’s achievement places it among a small group of innovative learning institutions that have successfully integrated AI-assisted pedagogy within the framework of U.S. school accreditation standards. The company plans to build on this recognition by expanding academic partnerships, enhancing learning pathways and deepening its engagement with communities seeking high-quality personalized education.

About Accrediting Commission for Schools, Western Association of Schools and Colleges (ACS WASC)

The Accrediting Commission for Schools, Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), a world-renowned accrediting association and one of the six regional accrediting agencies in the United States, works closely with the Office of Overseas Schools under the U.S. Department of State. WASC provides assistance to schools worldwide, especially in California, Hawaii, Guam, Asia, the Pacific Region, the Middle East, Africa, and Europe. To learn more, please visit the WASC website at  acswasc.org or contact the WASC office directly.

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SOURCE: Cosmo

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