Notice of Public Comment Period for NEASC Accreditation Self-Study

Maine Maritime Academy will undergo a comprehensive evaluation visit November 6-9, 2016 by a team representing the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.

Maine Maritime Academy has been accredited by the Commission since 1971 and was last reviewed in 2006.  Its accreditation by the New England Association encompasses the entire institution.

For the last two years, Maine Maritime Academy has been engaged in a process of self-study, addressing the Commission’s Standards for Accreditation.  An evaluation team will visit the institution to gather evidence that the self-study is thorough and accurate.  The team will recommend to the Commission a continuing status for the institution. Following a review process, the Commission itself will take the final action.

The public is invited to submit comments regarding the institution to:

Public Comment on Maine Maritime Academy
Commission on Institutions of Higher Education
New England Association of Schools and Colleges
3 Burlington Woods Drive, Suite 100
Burlington, MA 01803-4514
E-mail:  cihe@neasc.org

Please note these guidelines from the Commission: public comments must address substantive matters related to the quality of the institution.  The Commission cannot settle disputes between individuals and institutions, whether those involve faculty, students, administrators, or members of other groups.  Comments will not be treated as confidential and must include the name, address, and telephone number of the person providing the comments.

Public comments must be received by November 9, 2016. The Commission cannot guarantee that comments received after that date will be considered.