Murray State University is among the first 30 of the 780 institutions accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges for reaffirmation under the new Principles of Accreditation: Foundations for Quality Enhancement in Spring 2004. The Commission on Colleges is the regional body for the accreditation of higher education institutions in the southern states. Accreditation signifies the institution has a purpose appropriate to higher education and has resources, programs, and services sufficient to accomplish that purpose on a continuing basis. The process of internal assessment by the institution serves to stimulate evaluation and improvement and provide continuing accountability to constituents and the public. Accreditation is based on the institutional commitment to student achievement complemented by support structures and resources that allow for the total growth and development of its students. It requires the internal review by the institution and peer review by other members of the association. Underlying foundations of accreditation are: Institutional Integrity and Commitment to Quality Enhancement.

 

 

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