The Commission seeks public comments on three policies and one guide. For more information, click the link below. Please send comments to policies@wscuc.org by Friday, May 16, 2025. The Commission will review and consider all comments for adoption at its June 2025 meeting. The Commission approved one revised policy at its February 2025 meeting.
 

REQUEST FOR COMMENTS ON POLICIES

Credit for Prior Learning Policy (revised)

The revision of this 2015 policy streamlines credit for prior learning procedures while maintaining core standards. Key changes include removing the 25% credit limit toward degrees and eliminating mandatory transcript notation requirements. The policy now features improved organization with clear subheadings, providing institutions greater flexibility in recognizing students’ prior learning while ensuring consistent quality standards.

Staff contact: Barbara Gross Davis

 

Transfer of Credit Policy (revised)

This policy has been updated from its 2020 version to clarify language, streamline organization, and address emerging educational models. The revisions incorporate newer learning approaches and alternative credentials while supporting both sending and receiving institutions in making clear, well-informed transfer credit decisions.

Staff contact: Barbara Gross Davis
 

Accreditation Reviews for Institutions within a System Policy (revised)

While its initial adoption date is unknown, this revised policy enhances clarity through better organization and clear section headings. It expands guidance for evaluating institutions within a system while clarifying the system head’s role in accreditation reviews. Outdated administrative practices have been removed, creating a more streamlined and practical approach.

Staff contact: Barbara Gross Davis
 

Institutions within a Systems Governance Guide (revised)

The 2018 guide has been streamlined to enhance readability while preserving essential content. Lengthy sections have been condensed and language refined for clarity. Removing prescriptive terms reinforces its role as a flexible resource that system boards can adapt to their specific needs and circumstances.

Staff contact: Barbara Gross Davis
 

APPROVED POLICIES

Training Peer Reviewers Policy (revised)

The Training Peer Reviewers Policy, adopted in February 2024, requires revision to meet U.S. Department of Education requirements. Two changes are needed: specifying biennial training for all peer reviewers and prohibiting untrained reviewers from participating in substantive accreditation discussions. As this is a compliance matter, the revised policy is posted on the WSCUC website. While we value members’ engagement, these specific changes are being implemented to meet regulatory requirements and are therefore being shared for informational purposes.

Staff contact: Christopher Oberg