As part of the Assurance Review, CSU Global will submit an assurance report along with supporting materials of evidence to demonstrate its compliance with HLC’s Criteria for Accreditation as listed below. The peer reviewer team conducting the comprehensive evaluation will review these materials in preparation for the on-site visit on May 18 and 19, 2026.
Mission and Purpose
- The institution’s mission is central. It should be evident in all aspects of our operations, including curriculum, instruction, research, community engagement, and resource allocation.
- The institution’s mission is clearly articulated and demonstrates how it distinguishes CSU Global and guides its future.
Ethical and Responsible Conduct
- Uphold integrity in all institutional actions.
- Ensure adherence to policies and procedures by all stakeholders.
- Maintain transparency with students and the public.
- Support academic freedom and freedom of expression.
- Adhere to responsible practices in knowledge acquisition, discovery, and application.
Teaching and Learning
- Prioritize high-quality educational programs and supportive learning environments.
- Set rigorous learning goals and outcomes.
- Foster intellectual inquiry and skill development.
- Ensure sufficient faculty and staff resources.
- Provide essential student support services.
- Use assessment and program review to drive continuous improvement.
- Demonstrate positive student success outcomes.
Sustainability and Planning
- Maintain effective administrative structures that promote collaboration and data-informed decision-making.
- Ensure financial and personnel resources are sufficient for current and future operations.
- Engage in systematic strategic planning for quality improvement, using data from various institutional and external sources.
Federal Compliance Filing
CSU Global must submit a federal compliance filing to demonstrate that it meets the requirements of Title IV program eligibility. This includes compliance with specific federal regulations in eight areas. These areas are:
- assignment of credits, program length, and tuition
- processes for handling student complaints
- publication of transfer policies
- practices for verifying student identity
- protection of student privacy
- publication of student outcome data
- standing with state and other accreditors
- recruiting, admissions, and related institutional practices