Reporting
The Office of Institutional Effectiveness provides oversight of several assessment-focused reports. Information about each report can be found by selecting the appropriate link below (hit the back arrow to return to the top of the page):
Biennial Assessment Report
- Purpose
The Biennial Assessment Report supports ongoing program quality assessment and continuous improvement. Throughout the assessment cycle, faculty examine evidence of student learning, discuss findings, identify strengths and challenges, implement improvements, and evaluate their impact over time.
The Biennial Assessment Report provides a structured way to capture this work every two years. Rather than creating a separate assessment activity, the report summarizes what the program has learned, what actions have been taken, and what priorities should carry forward into the next assessment cycle. Over time, these reports build a record of evidence and improvement that supports future Program Review.
- Structure
Each Biennial Assessment Report reflects the previous two academic years, summer through spring, and follows the Program Quality Assessment Cycle.
Programs:
- reflect on progress made toward actions identified in the previous assessment cycle
- summarize major findings and insights from current assessment
- interpret student learning findings by Program Learning Outcome
- identify program priorities and next steps
- reflect on assessment challenges and support needs
- capture key takeaways that will support future Program Review
- review foundational program information and identify needed updates
The report emphasizes interpretation, faculty reflection, and use of assessment findings rather than simply reporting data. Supporting evidence should be included in the report appendix.Reports are reviewed by the Faculty Senate Assessment Committee and other faculty volunteers. Reviewers provide supportive feedback, augmented with feedback from the Office of Institutional Effectiveness.
If a program submitted General Education assessment results with their biennial report, the General Education Improvement and Assessment Committee (GEIAC) will also provide supportive feedback. - Current Report Template and Report Submission Link
Program should have received individualized templates on September 8th. These template include information from the program's previous report and direct links to relevant program information to support reflection and continuity across assessment cycles.
Fall 2026-2027 Biennial Assessment Report Generic Template (for reference only)
Please use the current template provided by OIE rather than a template from a previous reporting cycle. Other templates will not be accepted.
- General Education Area Learning Outcomes (ALOs)
General Education Core General Education Breadth American Institutions (AI) Creative Arts (CA) Composition (EN 1 & EN 2) Humanities (HU) Quantitative Literacy (QL) Life Sciences (LS) Cultural Competence (CC) Physical Sciences (PS) Social Sciences (SS) - Most Recent General Education Report and Earlier Findings
- Additional Guides and Rubrics
Archived Assessment Reports (for reports submitted prior to April 2026)
Program Review
- Purpose
The primary purpose of Program Review at Weber State is the continuous improvement and long-term strength of our academic programs. Through regular, systematic evaluation, programs examine student learning and program quality, curriculum, student support, program viability, and future opportunities and challenges. The self-study is built from the findings of previous biennial assessment reports and viability check-ins to present reviewers with a clear picture of the program's continuous quality improvement, operational effectiveness, and academic rigor.
The review process supports NWCCU expectations for systematic assessment and continuous improvement while also helping Weber State respond to USHE expectations related to long-term program viability. Most importantly, Program Review provides programs with an opportunity to reflect on what they have learned throughout the review cycle and identify priorities for the years ahead.
- Structure
Weber State academic programs participate in a seven-year Program Review cycle designed to integrate ongoing assessment, program viability, and comprehensive review.
Years 1, 3, and 5 — Program Quality (Biennial Assessment Report)
Programs engage in ongoing assessment of student learning and complete a Biennial Assessment Report that summarizes findings, actions, and priorities for continued improvement.
Years 2 and 4 — Viability Check-In
Programs review key indicators related to long-term program viability, including enrollment and completion trends. OIE provides and compiles the primary viability data; programs are not required to complete an additional written report as part of the regular check-in.
Year 6 — Program Review Self-Study and Site Visit
Programs synthesize what they have learned throughout the review cycle in a concise self-study addressing program quality, curriculum, viability, student support and engagement, community engagement, and future priorities.
A peer review team conducts a site visit and provides feedback, including commendations, concerns, and recommendations. Program faculty and the college dean then respond to the review findings and identify priorities moving forward.
Year 7 — Program Review Wrap-Up
Program, college, and institutional leaders review findings and recommendations, identify resource needs, and develop summary documentation that can inform institutional planning and future program improvement. - Timeline and Checklist
Programs scheduled for Program Review complete the self-study during Year 6 of the seven-year review cycle.
- November 15: Program Review Self-Study due, unless an externally accredited program has an alternate approved timeline.
- Spring: Programs coordinate the required peer-review site visit and complete related response documentation. All report documentation completed and filed by May 1.
- Following the review: Program Review findings move into the Year 7 wrap-up process, during which program, college, and institutional leaders review priorities, recommendations, and resource needs.
Additional Program Review checklists and guidance will be posted as they become available.
- New internal Program Review checklist coming soon
- New externally Accredited Review checklist coming soon
- Current Template and Report Submission Link
Programs scheduled for Program Review will use the current Weber State University Program Review Self-Study Template.
All programs completing Program Review, including externally accredited programs, will use the institutional template during their designated WSU review year. - Additional Guides and Information
2026 Program Reviewer Guide and Worksheets
Additional updated guides and information coming soon
Viability Check-In
- USHE Program Viability
USHE is placing increased emphasis on long-term program viability as part of a system-wide portfolio approach.
Weber State's seven-year review cycle incorporates regular Viability Check-Ins so programs and institutional leaders can understand key indicators, including enrollment and completion trends, over time and respond proactively.
In partnership with the Office of Student Success Analytics, OIE provides and compiles the primary viability data and works with program leaders to interpret trends and consider additional information when needed. Programs are not asked to prepare an additional written report as part of the regular Viability Check-In. - Viability Training and Guidance
Information Coming Soon
- Additional Guides and Rubrics
Information Coming Soon