Evangel is a college preparatory school fully accredited by the State of Louisiana Department of Education and all faculty members are required to comply with their rigorous standards. Teachers must have teacher certification in the State of Louisiana, be qualified and actively pursuing certification, or teach in the field in which they majored. ECA is also certified to an even higher standard of excellence by Cognia, formerly known as AdvancED, and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).