This page provides information and resources for institutions interested in seeking WSCUC accreditation.

To become accredited by WSCUC, Institutions must submit the application for accreditation form along with the candidacy/initial accreditation fee.

The Eligibility Criteria to the Standards Comparison guide speaks to the alignment between the Eligibility Criteria and the Criteria for Review described in the 2013 Standards of Accreditation established by WSCUC. It shows that the Criteria anticipate the Standards; it does not suggest that meeting the Criteria (result of a paper review) constitutes assurance that the institution will meet the Standards (result of a self-study and on-site review).

The Eligibility Review Committee (ERC), a peer review committee, conducts reviews of the applications received from institutions seeking eligibility.

There are four forms that WSCUC uses to address institutional compliance with some of the federal regulation’s affecting institutions and accrediting agencies. During the visit, teams complete these four forms and add them as an appendix to the Team Report.

The How to Become Accredited Manual describes the level of readiness expected of the institution at each step as it moves through Eligibility.

The Notification of Intent to Apply for Accreditation Form formally expresses an institution’s intention to pursue accreditation with the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC). Taking this action, together with any related expenditures, is endorsed by formal action of the institution’s governing board.

This document describes the roles and responsibilities of the three WSCUC peer review committees: the Substantive Change Committee, the Eligibility Review Committee, and the Interim Report Committee

High level introduction to the three peer review committees: the Eligibility Review Committee, the Interim Report Committee, and the Substantive Change Committee.

The Degree Programs and Locations at Eligibility is a form provided by the institution during the eligibility review process listing all current programs and locations being considered during the review process.