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Institutions choose WSCUC to engage in a rigorous, outcomes-focused accreditation process supported by a dedicated liaison from inquiry through review and beyond. Our approach honors institutional mission and context and emphasizes data-informed decisions to advance student success.

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Accreditation Handbooks

The WSCUC Handbooks of Accreditation presents the Commission’s Standards of Accreditation, guides institutions through the institutional review process, and assists teams at each stage of review.

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Annual Reporting Period Opens May 1

The annual reporting period for WSCUC-accredited institutions will open on May 1, 2026. All eligible, candidate, and accredited institutions are required to submit an Annual Report as part of the Commission’s ongoing institutional performance monitoring process. The Annual Report, available...Read More

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Federal Update: Negotiated Rulemaking Committee on Accreditation

In January 2026, the U.S. Department of Education announced its intent to establish the Accreditation, Innovation, and Modernization (AIM) negotiated rulemaking committee. The committee is charged with developing proposed regulations governing accreditation, including recognition of emerging and existing accreditors, student...Read More

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