What is the timeline for the SACSCOC accreditation of the merged institution?
In August 2024, the university sought approval from SACSCOC to begin work on a prospectus, which was developed and formally submitted by March 2025. Approval from SACSCOC was received in June 2025. In October 2025, a site visit team from SACSCOC is scheduled to visit the newly merged university to verify ongoing compliance with all accreditation standards. Following the visit, the university anticipates addressing any follow-up items identified by the review team in spring 2026. At its June 2026 meeting, the university will formally request that the SACSCOC Board of Trustees affirm continued accreditation status as a single merged institution. Operational areas across both campuses will continue to integrate, and the university will provide updates and reports along the way to the UT System Chancellor, Board of Regents and government agencies for all necessary authorizations. In addition to SACSCOC, all accreditation requirements, such as those for CODA, CCNE and LCME, will continue to be met.
What is SACSCOC accreditation?
Accreditation by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) ensures that the newly integrated institution continues to meet the rigorous standards for providing a high-quality education and remains eligible for federal funding (including financial aid for students) operating transparently and with integrity. Both UTSA and UT Health San Antonio were separately accredited by SACSCOC and complied with all standards of the Commission. The integration of the two institutions prompts what is categorized as a Substantive Change, which warrants a review of the accrediting standards and applicable requirements for the newly integrated university.
