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Institutional Accreditation & Effectiveness

IC Timeline

Time required to implement a change varies considerably. The following are estimates of the time it will take depending on what is involved in the change. Some actions can be completed concurrently, other actions must be completed consecutively.  See Timelines for Approval and Implementation below for specific types of changes.  Refer to the Quick Guide to Internal/External Actions table for required approvals and notifications based on the type of change.

IC Timeline
Timelines for Approval and Implementation
SCHEV

All internal and BOV actions must be completed prior to SCHEV submissions.

Timelines for SCHEV approval vary. Use the appropriate Timeline document above to determine internal deadlines in order to implement your change at a desired point in time. Contact the Assistant Provost for IAE with questions.

Advertising prior to approval must include a disclaimer indicating that the program is "pending SCHEV approval."

Click here for SCHEV Proposal Templates
SACSCOC

All internal and BOV action must be completed prior to SACSCOC submissions.

Timelines for SACSCOC approval vary. Use the appropriate Timeline document above to determine internal deadlines in order to implement your change at a desired point in time. Contact the Assistant Provost for IAE with questions.

Advertising prior to approval must include a disclaimer.

Click here for SACSCOC Prospectus Templates
W&M Board of Visitors

Tuition: in advance of April meeting/consult with Chief Operating Officer

Other Institutional Changes may require BOV approval. Use the following resources or contact the Assistant Provost for IAE.
W&M Academic & Administrative Operations

6 months from first action associated with change (e.g., accepting applications), for changes in:

  • Academic schedule
  • New financial model/contracts
  • Existing program, new credit model

By April 1st for changes to Course Catalog entries (published annually in August)
W&M Study Abroad

18-24 months from initiation of:

  • Faculty-led or sponsored programs to be offered yearly
  • New tuition exchange program proposals
Department of Education (USDoE)

At least 3 months prior to implementation (filed AFTER receiving SACSCOC/SCHEV approval)

Advertising prior to approval must include a disclaimer.
Department of Homeland Security (USDoHS)

At least 8 months prior to implementation (filed AFTER receiving SACSCOC/SCHEV approval)