SAS Faculty Resources: New Programs

Department, School, UPEC/GPEC Approval

Department. Based on market research and department interest, the department will write a proposed plan and submit it to the vice president of university relations and administration and the Research and Development team.  The department is responsible for submitting all Catalog Course Forms (PDF) to Student Academic Services by the Catalog deadline (first round is early October). 

School dean. Any new program must be approved by the school's dean prior to meeting with the university registrar.

University registrar.  It is important to meet with the university registrar prior to taking a proposed new program before UPEC or GPEC. The registrar will review the proposal and ask for clarification on any questions. She'll also be able to consult with other key offices such as Undergraduate Admissions and Student Financial Services to clarify procedures. 

UPEC/GPEC. The policy and evaluation committee that provides formal approval of a new program. 

Office of Information and Data Management.  IDM's mission is to develop information and data management functions to directly assist and support strategic priorities set by the president's cabinet to achieve long-term educational, enrollment, fund-raising, positioning, and other strategic goals.

Accreditation approval: For new programs and major changes to existing programs, the Office of Academic Affairs files the appropriate approval seeking process with the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.