Substantive Change

A Substantive Change is a significant modification or expansion of the nature and scope of an accredited institution. Old Dominion Univerity (Â鶹´«Ã½) must notify the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) of changes per Â鶹´«Ã½'s Substantive Change Policy.ÌýAll proposed changes must be submitted in writing to the SACSCOC Accreditation Liaison.

Submit SACSCOC Prospectus Checklist to the Accreditation Liaison to avoid penalty.

Most Common Substantive Changes

  • Initiating coursework or programs at a more advanced level than currently approved.

  • Developing joint or dual degrees with another institution.

  • Proposing a new degree or certificate program.

  • Increasing or decreasing the length (credit hours) of a program.

  • Closing a program or an off-campus site which may require a teach-out plan.

Substantive Change Procedure Examples

Graduate Curriculum Development & Change Policies and Procedures ManualÌý

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To provide information related to the development and revision of graduate curricula.

Undergraduate Curriculum Development & Change Policies and Procedures ManualÌý

To provide information related to the development and revision of undergraduate curricula.