Pacific University is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU). On October 8 & 9, 2026, Pacific will undergo a Mid-Cycle accreditation review to ensure our institution remains on track for our Year-7 accreditation evaluation. The Mid-Cycle review and visit focus on NWCCU Standard 1.
During the visit, the NWCCU peer evaluation team will hold scheduled meetings with various individuals and campus groups. As reviewers move throughout campus, you may also have the opportunity to connect with them directly.
To help our community prepare, we encourage all faculty, staff, and students to refamiliarize themselves with Pacific’s core identity, mission, and strategic goals—and to reflect on how their individual role or department supports this work.
Key Accreditation Resources
Institutional Frameworks
- Pacific University Mission Statement
- Pacific University Strategic Plan
- Structure for Mission Fulfillment
- Role of Institutional Learning Outcomes (ILOs)
- Assessment & Accreditation Committee Information, UGC
Accreditation Reports & Standards
- NWCCU Accreditation Information
- NWCCU 2020 Standards (Note: The Mid-Cycle visit focuses primarily on Standard 1)
- 2025-26 Mission Fulfillment Report