Accreditation Process
ICACU accreditation follows a structured evaluation process designed to assess institutional performance and encourage continuous improvement.
Institutional Self-Evaluation
The institution evaluates its own policies, practices, academic provision and performance against the applicable accreditation standards.
Submission of Evidence
The institution submits relevant documents, records and evidence demonstrating its compliance with the required standards.
External Peer Review
An external review committee examines the submitted evidence and evaluates the institution against the applicable standards.
Site Visit & Interviews
Where applicable, the review process includes a site visit and interviews with institutional leadership, faculty, students and other relevant stakeholders.
Expert Evaluation Report
The evaluation team prepares a report containing evidence-based findings and identifies areas of strength and areas requiring improvement.
Institutional Response
The institution is provided with an opportunity to respond to the findings and provide clarification or additional evidence where appropriate.
Final Evaluation
The available evidence, evaluation findings and institutional response are considered as part of the final evaluation.
Accreditation Decision
An accreditation decision is made in accordance with the applicable accreditation framework and requirements.
Monitoring & Periodic Review
Accreditation is followed by appropriate monitoring and periodic review to support continued compliance and quality improvement.