To demonstrate compliance with the accreditation standards of the , an institution must provide a written narrative supported by appropriate documentation showing how it meets the HLC . A team of peer reviewers evaluates the institution鈥檚 submission to verify the validity of the evidence presented and to determine whether each core component of the criteria has been satisfied.
The evidence submitted by an institution to demonstrate compliance with HLC鈥檚 criteria for
accreditation should:
Substantiate the claims, facts, and arguments presented in the institutional narrative.
Address concerns or recommendations identified by previous peer review teams.
Clarify institutional practices, policies, or contextual factors unique to the institution.
Strengthen the institution鈥檚 record of compliance with HLC standards and requirements.
Demonstrate the institution鈥檚 commitment to academic quality, financial sustainability, and institutional integrity.
The HLC encourages institutions to present comprehensive and well-organized documentation to ensure that the evidence provided is relevant, credible, and persuasive in supporting the institution鈥檚 accreditation case.
