Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a QEP?

The Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) is the component of the reaffirmation process that reflects and affirms the commitment of the The Commission on Colleges and Universities to enhancing the quality of higher education in the region and to focusing attention on student learning and student success. By definition, the QEP describes a carefully designed course of action that addresses a well-defined and focused topic or issue related to enhancing student learning or student success. "The QEP should be embedded within the institution's ongoing integrated institution-wide planning and evaluation process and may very well evolve from this existing process or from other processes related to the institution's internal reaffirmation review." (SACSCOC Handbook for Institutions Seeking Reaffirmation, March 2011)

Why is the QEP required?

It is required by the organization that gives us our accreditation. That organization is called The Commission on Colleges and Universities.

What is The Commission on Colleges and Universities?

It is an organization that accredits schools and colleges.

What is Alvin College's QEP?

Alvin College's QEP will focus on increasing student success by case-management advising in collaboration with faculty mentors.