Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) Reaccreditation

Welcome to the USD Western Association of Schools and Colleges reaccreditation electronic portfolio. This website serves as a storehouse for information about USD's reaccreditation process, for the benefit of both the USD community and the general public. Here you can learn about the WASC reaccreditation process in general, the progress we are making in reaffirmation of our accreditation, and how the campus community is involved in shaping the discussion on reaccreditation at USD.

The WASC reaccreditation process has changed significantly since USD last completed the process in 2000. The process is no longer driven by a single self-study with a definitive grading scheme or a mechanical check-list for compliance. Instead, it is an opportunity to engage in a period of systematic institutional self-analysis to promote improvement in educational quality. As such, the process is now a multi-stage, longitudinal one that requires broad campus involvement. We invite you to explore our website and to join us in the conversation about USD's reaccreditation.