Academic Program Review

Academic Program Review

Academic Program Review is the systemic and cyclical assessment of academic programs. The process features these main steps including:

• A departmental self-study
• Review by an internal review committee
• An external program review
• An evaluation of the two studies and the creation of an action plan for improvement

The purpose of the Academic Program Review is for academic programs and departments to analyze and reflect on their teaching, learning, scholarly activities and create a plan for improvement. The Self-Study Report includes

• Introduction and Overview
• Faculty/Department Profile
• Program Profile
• Student Profile & Performance
• Student Learning Assessment
• Resources, Organization, & Management
• Future Outlook
• Conclusions and Recommendations

Academic Program Review Process

The diagram below illustrates the program review process. The entire process typically encompasses one academic year.

Program Review Schedule

* Due to these unit’s responsibilities, the Review and Self-Study will be revised, as appropriate.

Program Review Resources

• Self-study template
• Academic Program Review Guide