University of the State of New York

University of the State of New York

Agency overview
Formed	1948; 76 years ago (1948)
Jurisdiction	New York
Motto	Excelsior
Agency executives	Betty A. Rosa, President Lester W. Young Jr., Chancellor of the Board Josephine Victoria Finn, Vice-Chancellor of the Board
Website	regents.nysed.gov

The University of the State of New York (USNY, /ˈjuːzniː/) is a governmental umbrella organization in New York State. Despite its name, it is not a school but rather a licensing and accreditation body that sets standards for schools operating in New York State, from pre-kindergarten through professional and graduate school, as well as for the practice of a wide variety of professions. USNY's governing body is the New York State Board of Regents.