The University of Texas System Office of Academic Affairs (OAA) is committed to providing guidance and support to UT System (UTS) academic institutions in academic planning, policy, and program review. The approval process for academic program proposals and changes ensures that all UTS degree programs are of the highest quality and are designed to improve long-term academic and professional outcomes for our students.
NEW DEGREE PROGRAMS
Institutions must provide specific research and documentation in order to submit proposals for new degree programs and new certificates based on requirements from the Board of Regents and the THECB.
ACCREDITATION
All UTS institutions conduct regular accreditation compliance reports and resources are available from UTS and by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACSCOC) to assist with this process.
PH.D. PROGRAM REVIEWS
Ph.D. programs at UTS institutions must undergo regular external review and submit a report that, once complete, is submitted to the OAA for consideration.
PROGRAM & ADMIN UNIT CHANGES
The majority of Changes to Existing Degree Programs and Admin Unit Changes can be submitted to the THECB directly. Please also note additional resources provided for distance and self-supporting program requests.
ONLINE LEARNING
Flexible blended and online education has become an essential component of a 21st century education and OAA is committed to supporting these programs to improve student success.
DEGREE PROGRAM DATA
Institutions can use the THECB Program Inventory and Accountability System to research existing degree programs throughout the state of Texas.
