2026 SACSCOC Reaffirmation
As UTEP approaches its 2026 reaffirmation of accreditation, we are actively preparing to meet the requirements set forth by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). One of the key components of this process is the submission of comprehensive assessment reports from each department across the university.
SACSCOC requires detailed reports to ensure that every department is effectively measuring its goals, metrics, and outcomes. These assessment reports are critical in demonstrating UTEP’s commitment to continuous improvement and operational effectiveness.
To facilitate this process, we have divided the university’s departments into three main categories based on the type of assessment report required for each unit: academic, administrative, and student success. This structured approach will allow for a more organized and efficient submission of information, ensuring compliance with accreditation standards. Please refer to the three columns below. For any questions about your unit's placement on this table, please contact us at accreditation@utep.edu.
Categories of Assessment
| ACADEMIC UNITS | ADMINISTRATIVE UNITS | STUDENT SUCCESS UNITS |
| SACSCOC Principle 8.2.a Student Outcomes: Educational Programs require institutions to assess and demonstrate the effectiveness of student learning within educational programs. |
SACSCOC Principle 7.3 Administrative Effectiveness requires institutions to demonstrate that their administrative departments are effectively achieving their goals in alignment with the institution's mission. |
SACSCOC Principle 8.2.c Student Outcomes: Academic and Student Services requires institutions to assess and improve the effectiveness of student support services. |
| Reports Needed in Planning Module 1: Assessment Plan; and Learning Outcome Report(s); and Evidence of Seeking Improvement; and Assessment Feedback Report (completed by College taskforce) |
Reports Needed in Planning Module 1: Program Outcome Report; or Administrative Program Outcome Report |
Reports Needed in Planning Module 1: Expanded Standard Outcome Report |
| Reporting Years: FY 2024 (9/01/23-8/31/24) |
Reporting Years: FY 2023 (9/1/2022-8/31/23) FY 2024 (9/01/23-8/31/24) |
Reporting Years:: FY 2023 (9/01/2022-8/31/23) FY 2024 (9/01/23-8/31/24) |
| REPORT DEADLINES: 12/10/2024 EXTENDED DEADLINE: 1/21/2025 All reports listed above are due on 12/10/2024, with the exception of the Assessment Feedback report which is due on 3/15/2025. |
REPORT DEADLINE: 12/10/2024 | REPORT DEADLINE: 1/21/2025 |
1The Planning Module is UTEP’s online assessment management repository platform. To request access, please email: assessment@utep.edu