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Assessment and Accreditation

We support NC State’s strategic mission by promoting continuous improvement, student success, and commitment to effectiveness and excellence.

Office of Assessment and Accreditation

The Office of Assessment and Accreditation oversees NC State assessment and accreditation activity in order to provide university leaders and others with the strategic knowledge to make efficient and effective decisions in support of NC State’s sustained success and excellence.

Assessment and accreditation focuses on continual improvement of institutional quality.

Dr. Fashaad Crawford

Vice Provost for Assessment and Accreditation

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Assessment

NC State follows a strong set of guidelines and principles to ensure the continual evaluation and enhancement of the university’s programs and initiatives.

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Accreditation

Our accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) allows us to award degrees and uphold our stellar academic reputation. Our colleges, programs and units also maintain various specialized accreditations.

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About the Office of Assessment and Accreditation

The Office of Assessment and Accreditation staff guides the university community through important processes and procedures to ensure NC State’s continued excellence.

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Office of Assessment and Acreditation News

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Rebecca Sanchez Named Director of NC State’s Quality Enhancement Plan

Rebecca Sanchez has been named director of NC State’s Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP), effective October 1. 

Update on NC State’s 2024 Reaffirmation Process

NC State’s Office of Assessment and Accreditation ensures the quality of an NC State education for all undergraduate and graduate students. In 2024, the office will guide the university through the Southern… 

NC State’s Next Quality Enhancement Plan Announced

NC State has announced that PackWays for All: Learning by Doing has been selected as the university’s next Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) proposal. The QEP selection process has been directed by NC State’s 2024 Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) Reaffirmation Steering Committee.