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Re-Accreditation Self Studies at MSU

Hallmarks of An Effective

Self-Study Process

  • Studies and evaluates, rather than describes the institution
  • Identifies institutional strengths and challenges
  • Produces evidence to show that the Higher Learning Commission's Criteria for Accreditation are met
  • Plans strategies for institutional improvement
  • Produces a self-study report that meets the needs of the Higher Learning Commission