Academic Accreditation
USDEAC's Criterion for Accreditation:
The criteria for accreditation are established internationally. Institutions need to adhere to the set standards and acquire quality benchmarks, which will provide an accreditation license to the successful applicants.
The institution's mission and standard of education must be clear and understood by the public. The nature and scope of the institution must be publicly articulated. The institution has a widely published mission statement approved by its governing board that articulates a purpose appropriate for an institution of higher learning.
The institution operates with integrity to ensure the fulfillment of its mission through structures and processes that involve the board, administration, faculty, staff, and students. The institution's governance and administrative structures promote effective leadership.
The institution provides evidence of student learning and teaching effectiveness that demonstrates it is fulfilling its educational mission. The institution's goals for student learning outcomes are clearly stated for each educational program and make effective assessment possible.
The institution promotes a life of learning for its faculty, administration, staff, and students by fostering and supporting inquiry, creativity, practice, and social responsibility in ways consistent with its mission.
The institution's resources, structures, and processes are sufficient to fulfill its mission, improve the quality of its educational offerings, and respond to future challenges and opportunities.
