Programs that provide technical assistance and financial support during the reaffirmation process are instrumental in sustaining institutional compliance, especially for HBCUs and other minority-serving institutions.  This report shares key lessons and best practices to better inform the accreditation efforts of low-resource institutions.

Accreditation is essential for the operational vitality and long-term stability of colleges and universities. It is an ongoing evaluation process used to assure and improve the quality of higher education institutions and programs. For HBCUs—and other low-resourced institutions—programs that provide technical assistance and financial support during the accreditation process are instrumental in preparing for accreditation reaffirmation.