Since 2005 Missouri State University has engaged in several endeavors related to our ongoing status of full accreditation with the Higher Learning Commission.
- In 2007, a Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT) was requested and approved.
- From 2008–2011, the university participated in the first cohort of institutions among the HLC Academy for Assessment of Student Learning. Projects focused on MSU’s Living Learning Committees and the Program Review process.
- During the fall 2011 semester, a multi-location visit was conducted as part of an HLC regularly scheduled five-year location review process. The locations evaluated were Joplin, West Plains, and Fairfax, Virginia.
- In March 2012, a doctorate in Nursing (DNP) was approved.
The next accreditation review for Missouri State University by the HLC will be 2015–16. In preparation for that visit, the university will develop a “Quality Initiative Proposal” which will be carried out during a three-year period, 2012–2015.