Middle States Self-Study Process

MSCHE monitors and evaluates member institutions using an eight-year cycle of accreditation review, culminating with the self-study evaluation, which requires institutions to engage in a comprehensive and reflective assessment process to evaluate educational quality and the institution’s success in meeting its mission.  

As part of this two-year self-assessment process, the University will identify institutional priorities and opportunities for improvement and innovation. In January 2024, the University will submit a final, in-depth report to MSCHE documenting its compliance with MSCHE standards, requirements of affiliation, and all accreditation-related federal regulations. A team of peer reviewers appointed by MSCHE will conduct an on-site evaluation visit to verify the evidence provided in the self-study report, which the team will determine whether the University is substantially compliant with MSCHE standards and requirements of affiliation and recommend whether accreditation should be reaffirmed.  

The self-study process is a university-wide initiative, and students, faculty, staff, and other institutional constituencies should be aware of this self-study process and the many opportunities for participation.