S: (v) accredit, recognize, recognise (grant credentials to) "The Regents officially recognized the new educational institution"; "recognize an academic degree"
W: (n) accreditation [Related to: accredit] (the act of granting credit or recognition (especially with respect to educational institution that maintains suitable standards)) "a commission is responsible for the accreditation of medical schools"
S: (v) acknowledge, recognize, recognise, know (accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority) "The Crown Prince was acknowledged as the true heir to the throne"; "We do not recognize your gods"