Program Approval Matrix
Program Approval Matrix for Michigan Associate of State Universities, Board of Regents, & Higher Learning Commission
| Type | Michigan Association of State Universities | Board of Regents | Higher Learning Commission |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Degrees: | Yes | No[1] | Yes |
| New Majors: | Yes | No | No[2] |
| Change in Majors: | |||
| Title | Yes | No | No |
| Concentration/Track/Specialist | No | No | No |
| Change/Drop in # of Courses Required | No[3] | No | No |
| Addition in # of Courses | No[4] | No | No |
| New Minors: | No | No | No |
| Change in Minors: | |||
| Change # of Credits Awarded in Minor | No | No | No |
| Addition/Change in Courses in Minor | No | No | No |
| New Certificate: | No | No | No[5] |
| Change in Certificate: | No | No | No |
[1] Unless the college is offering a new degree type/level.
[2] Unless the new major is unrelated to existing degree program(s) (i.e., it represents a significant departure from programs previously included in the University’s accreditation).
[3] Unless the change/drop to the major consists of three or more courses (i.e., changing one or two courses does not require MASU review).
[4] Unless the addition to the major consists of three or more courses (i.e., adding one or two courses does not require MASU review).
[5] Unless the certificate program seeks Title IV eligibility and consists of 50% or more of new courses developed specifically for the requested program (i.e., the certificate is not a subset of courses from an existing certificate degree program).
Note: All programs seeking the “certificate” designation must receive approval through the curriculum review process and adhere to the UM-Dearborn Undergraduate or Graduate Certificate Policy.
Note: Programs undergoing 50% or more cumulative curriculum changes must be submitted to HLC for review.