- Click Here to view a dynamic version of ACCSC's Mission Statement featuring students and graduates from ACCSC-accredited institutions.
- Click here to view the Mission Statement Webinar with ACCSC's Executive Director, Dr. Michale McComis.
How We Do It
Our Commitment to Our Principles
Peer Review
Creating a community committed to best practices and student achievement
Self-Evaluation
Creating a pathway for a reflective and introspective journey of discovery
Continuous Improvement
Driving a commitment to continually find ways to do better on that journey
Quality
Ensuring that best practices translate to student success
Accountability
Requiring institutions to meet best practices and to do for students what they say they will do
Our Commitment to Our Intentions
Mission, Vision, Values
Ensuring that ACCSC fulfills its mission and vision within our core values framework.
Students First
Placing students at the center of the accreditation process and asking "how will this impact students?" when making decisions.
Excellence
Meeting our mission & doing our very best.
Member Support
Supporting institutional and student success while exploring trends, innovations, and opportunities
Leadership
Positioning ACCSC as a significant thought and action leader for the present and future of accreditation
Our Commitment to Our Core Values
Integrity
Accomplishing our mission with a commitment to ethics, honesty, trust, consistency, and fairness.
Accountability
Fulfilling our responsibilities to one another, the higher education community, and the public
Continuous Improvement
Cultivating personal and professional growth through learning, goal setting, innovation, commitment and participation.
Community
Fostering a free and timely exchange of ideas and information in a collegial environment through the establishment of strong partnerships that emphasize respect and mutual support.