Office of Accreditation and Assessment

The mission of the Office of Accreditation and Assessment (OAA) is to cultivate and nurture the culture of data-informed and action-oriented decisions for continuous improvement and innovation in student learning, support and services. OAA is committed to providing leadership as well as serve as a resource for planning and implementation of institutional, academic and non-instructional units assessment, program review, and accreditation efforts to advance Kean University’s dual mission of excellence and access.

The OAA coordinates with the University Senate’s Assessment Committee to plan, implement, and evaluate professional development workshops, seminars, panels, and online assistance which focuses on student learning outcomes and institutional effectiveness.

Kean University Assessment Process-Flow Chart

The OAA is available to support programs that are exploring opportunities for new specialized accreditation. Programs interested in pursuing a new accreditation are asked to complete the New Accreditation Proposal Form to help ensure alignment with institutional priorities and accreditation requirements.

For more information about the process and to access the form, please visit the Specialized Accreditation page.

The OAA is pleased to announce the launch of the Watermark Course Evaluations and Surveys platform beginning in Fall 2026.

Designed to enhance the course evaluation experience for students, faculty, and academic leaders, the new platform offers several innovative features and improved functionality. For additional information about the transition, implementation timeline, training opportunities, and platform features, please visit the Course Evaluations page.