Accrediting Organization: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Accreditation Granted Date: 1964-01-01
Most Recent Reaffirmation Date: (No data available)
Next Reaffirmation Due: 2026-01-01
Strategic Goals
Enhance the Student Experience by helping students reach their full potential and aspirations through strong engagement, clear academic pathways, co-curricular experiences, effective wellness services, and career readiness skills.
Foster a positive Employee Experience by implementing robust policies, procedures, and practices to ensure employee satisfaction, institutional sustainability, performance excellence, and continuous improvement.
Advance the Academic Experience by providing degree programs that meet current and future needs, supporting faculty in teaching and mentoring, improving student learning, preparing students for the global marketplace, and expanding experiential and continuing education opportunities.
Strengthen Community Experience by serving as a strong partner with community members, organizations, and companies, developing mutually beneficial partnerships, leading in research and collaboration in coastal resilience and restoration, and distinguishing the university as a valued community resource.