Washington University will undergo a comprehensive evaluation visit Sept. 27-29 by a team representing the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
The commission has accredited the University since 1913; the most recent accreditation took place in 1994.
The Higher Learning Commission is one of six accrediting agencies in the United States that provides institutional accreditation on a regional basis.
The commission accredits approximately 1,000 institutions of higher education in a 19-state region.
After a lengthy period of review, the University has been engaged in the process of writing the self-study since fall 2003. The self-study will address the requirements and criteria for accreditation.
The team will review the institution’s ongoing ability to meet the commission’s Criteria for Accreditation and General Institutional Requirements.
The public is invited to submit comments regarding the University, which must address substantive matters related to the quality of the institution or its academic programs. Written, signed comments must be received by the commission no later than Aug. 27.
Send comments to:
Public Comment on Washington University
Higher Learning Commission
North Central Association of Colleges and Schools
30 N. LaSalle St.
Suite 2400
Chicago, IL 60602
Comments should include the name, address and telephone number of the person making the comment.