Leighton University

“Line A. Supplemental Information to Form 990-EZ, including additional detail regarding program service accomplishments and organizational activities during the fiscal year: Line A. Supplemental Information to Form 990-EZ During the 2024-2025 fiscal year, Leighton University continued its efforts to establish itself as a fully online, nonprofit institution committed to accessible and high-quality higher education. The primary institutional priority for this fiscal year was the preparation of materials for review by the Mississippi Commission on College Accreditation (MCCA), the agency responsible for administering Title 37, Chapter 60, Mississippi Code of 1972. The University devoted substantial time and resources to preparing and aligning its academic programs, governance structures, and institutional documents for MCCA approval. Most components of the academic year 2024-2025 submission were completed, and the institution invested extensive hours responding to Commission expectations, refining required program documentation, and ensuring full compliance with state regulatory standards. In addition to accreditation preparation, the University advanced the development of its internal infrastructure to support future operations as a fully online institution. These efforts included identifying a Student Information System (SIS), establishing lines of communication with system providers, and strengthening administrative processes essential for student enrollment, record keeping, and academic delivery. As a nonprofit institution, Leighton University also initiated outreach and relationship-building efforts with national partners, supporters, and professional networks to establish a foundation of external support for the institution's mission and long-term sustainability. Operationally, the fiscal year involved substantial planning and alignment of institutional policies, governance documents, academic programs, technology infrastructure, and compliance frameworks. These actions were essential to positioning the University for MCCA approval and for future federal and state reporting requirements. The University's activities during this period did not involve instructional delivery or tuition-based operations, as institutional resources were primarily allocated toward start-up development, accreditation readiness, and compliance preparation. No significant changes occurred in the mission or governing documents during this period, and the organization continued to operate exclusively for educational and charitable purposes.”

“During the fiscal year, the Board of Trustees continued to refine Leighton University's emerging governance and administrative framework to support long-term institutional stability. Although no formal amendments were made to the governing documents during this period, the Board engaged in regular review of its policies, operational procedures, and compliance expectations to ensure that the institution remains aligned with state regulatory requirements and best practices in nonprofit higher education administration. Trustees met periodically to evaluate progress on accreditation preparation, review financial stewardship, and assess institutional needs related to technology infrastructure, student services, and academic program development. These meetings helped to clarify roles, strengthen internal controls, and position the University for forthcoming phases of accreditation and operational expansion. The organization maintained its commitment to transparency, accountability, and fiscal responsibility, and no material governance issues arose that required corrective action during the reporting period.”

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