2027-28 WASC Reaffirmation
We are preparing for our next WASC Senior College and University Commission reaffirmation of accreditation. Reaffirmation is how WASC confirms that SJSU continues to meet rigorous standards of academic quality, student success, and institutional effectiveness. This process is an opportunity to reflect on our progress, celebrate our achievements, and plan boldly for the future.
We have a detailed timeline of milestones and activities in this multi-year effort, but at a broad level, the reaffirmation process includes the following key components:
- Engaging in campus-wide reflection and evidence gathering (Fall 2025 - Spring 2027);
- Preparing an Institutional Report (Spring and Summer 2027); and
- Hosting peer review visits from WASC representatives (Spring 2028).
Reaffirmation Can’t Happen Without YOU!
Your engagement is critical as we prepare our 2027 Institutional Report and 2028 site visit. The ARC committee will bring together faculty, staff, and students to tell our collective story about how we live our institutional mission and goals. Check back here often for the latest opportunities to contribute to the conversation!
Upcoming Events
Student Success at SJSU
WASC Standard 2 Community Discussion
Date: March 10, 2026
Time: 2:00 - 3:30 pm
Location: MLK 225
Be part of shaping SJSU’s story of excellence and shared purpose as we prepare for
reaffirmation in 2027–28!
Past Events
Defining Our Purpose: Mission, Integrity, and Transparency at SJSU
WASC Standard 1 Community Discussion
Date: November 4, 2025
Time: 2:00 - 3:30 pm
Location: MLK 225
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the engaging campus-wide conversation about how San José State University lives its mission with integrity and transparency. Below are key takeaways, feedback, and supporting materials from the event.
- WASC Standard 1 Bookmark [pdf]: Overview of SJSU’s Mission, Transformation 2030 Goals, and WASC Standard 1 and Criteria for Review (CFRs)
- Institutional Values [pdf]: Handout with SJSU’s core values and description of how these principles guide SJSU’s practices and culture
- WASC Standard 1 Event Slide Deck [pdf]: Key points on the importance of WASC accreditation, institutional priorities, and participant activity that examines SJSU’s mission and values alignment with Standard 1
- WASC Standard 1 Raw Data: Compilation of participant insights and responses from the Standard 1 Event discussion
- WASC Standard 1 Draft Themes and Recommendations from Community [pdf]: Summary of key themes and recommendations from the participant feedback during the WASC Standard 1 event