Texas School Authorized to Confer Degrees under Certificate of Authority Bond
Overview
Applying for a Certificate of Authority to confer academic degrees in Texas is what brought you here. Texas requires private postsecondary schools seeking this authorization to post a surety bond as part of the approval process. This bond protects students and the state against financial harm if your institution fails to meet its obligations. It is a non-negotiable condition of operating as a degree-granting school in Texas.
Who Needs This Bond?
If you are establishing or operating a private postsecondary school in Texas and seeking a Certificate of Authority to confer academic degrees, this bond is required of you. It applies to institutions that are not exempt from state oversight and must obtain formal authorization before awarding degrees to students. Vocational schools, colleges, and other degree-granting institutions pursuing this certificate will find this bond on the list of required filings. Without it, your application for authorization cannot move forward.
What is this Bond For?
This bond exists to hold degree-conferring schools accountable to the students they enroll and to the state of Texas. If your institution closes unexpectedly, misrepresents its programs, or fails to deliver on its educational commitments, affected students or the state can file a claim against the bond to recover losses. It provides a financial guarantee that your school will operate in compliance with the conditions of its Certificate of Authority. The bond is a protection mechanism built into the authorization framework, not just a formality.
When is it Required?
Your obligation to maintain this bond runs for as long as your Certificate of Authority remains active. Renewal of the bond must align with renewal of your authorization — letting the bond lapse can jeopardize your school's standing with the authorizing agency. This is an ongoing compliance requirement, not a one-time filing. Plan to track your bond's continuity the same way you track your certificate status.
Where Does it Apply?
This bond is a statewide Texas requirement. It applies to any private degree-granting institution operating anywhere within Texas that holds or seeks a Certificate of Authority. There is no local or county-level variation — the obligation is uniform across the state.
How to Buy Online
Click 'Buy This Bond Online' to open the secure surety portal in a new tab. Complete the application with your school's information and submit — the process is fully online and built for speed. Once approved, your bond documents are ready for filing with the appropriate Texas authority.
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