Halal Certification for Food Service Companies for Colleges & Universities
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Why Should Food Service Companies for Colleges & Universities Consider Halal Certification?
Halal certification is one way food service companies can meet the needs of a growing number of students from different backgrounds.
Do You Know: Muslim students account for almost 5% of the total number of students in college in the USA. This number is expected to triple over the next few decades.
1. Acquire a Competitive Advantage:
2. Build Trust and Transparency:
3. Stay Ahead of Regulatory Trends:
The AHF Difference
American Halal Foundation (AHF) is a leading globally accredited Halal certification provider—with over $1 Billion + in revenue growth achieved by businesses through its certifications.

Universal Consumer Acceptance
The north star of AHF certification is Universal Consumer Acceptance. AHF uniquely certifies to the highest halal standards acceptable to all 2 billion halal consumers.


Internationally Accredited
AHF is internationally accredited and globally accepted. Learn more here.


Client Service
You will receive dedicated account executives dedicated to your success in achieving halal certification and beyond.



Wide Scope
AHF covers every applicable industry, from yogurt to pharmaceuticals, with our halal certification services. You can learn more here.


Efficient and Dynamic Processes
From the application to adding new products to your program, AHF has designed its processes to save you as much time as possible.


Integrative Approach
You have existing quality systems that may meet some halal program objectives. AHF removes the redundancy and seeks to integrate with your systems where possible.

An Efficient 3-Step Certification Process
The American Halal Foundation (AHF) will process your application with no cost.
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Application |
The American Halal Foundation (AHF) will process your application. Your designated account executive will guide you through the application process to determine the halal status of the facility and its products. | |
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Audit |
Your Account Executive will schedule a halal audit on a mutually convenient day. The audit typically lasts 4 hours and includes a training session for the employees who will be responsible for overseeing the halal production. | |
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Certification |
🎉 Congratulations Upon the successful completion of the halal audit, your products and facility are now officially certified as halal and recognized as such internationally. Your products will bear the most recognized symbol of integrity, authenticity, and wholesomeness in the world. You may add products or facilities at any time by simply contacting your Account Executive. |
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Our Accreditations
World Halal Food Council (WHFC)
Global Halal Certifiers’ Council World
The Assessment Institute for Food, Drug and Cosmetic, The Indonesian Council of Ulama (LPPOM MUI)
Leading Religious Authority of the Republic of Indonesia
The Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM)
Majlis Ugama Islam Singapura (MUIS)
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FAQ
What is Halal Certification, and why is it important for food service companies on college and university campuses?
How can offering halal-certified meals benefit my food service operation?
What are the requirements for obtaining halal certification for a campus food service operation?
How does halal certification impact day-to-day kitchen operations?
Can halal certification be integrated with other dietary certifications (e.g., kosher, vegan)?
Start Your Halal Certification Process Today!
The opportunity to acquire a competitive edge through halal certification for your food service operations is shortening as more food service providers are starting to realize its potential.
AHF has received a roughly 50% increase in halal certification inquiries from food service companies for colleges & universities over the last 3 years.
Remember, the investment in halal certification for your product line or facility is very minimal compared to the substantial returns you can achieve through it. Check out this example!!
Interested in applying halal certification for college and university food service operations?



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