The University of West Florida (UWF or the University) is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), an accrediting body recognized by the United States Department of Education. As a member institution, UWF is responsible for following the SACSCOC substantive change policy by informing SACSCOC of changes in accord with the stated procedures to include seeking approval prior to initiating changes as specified. If UWF fails to follow SACSCOC substantive change policy and procedures, the University could lose its Title IV funding or be required by the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) to reimburse it for money received by the University for programs related to the unreported substantive change. In addition, the University’s case may be referred to the SACSCOC Board of Trustees for the imposition of a sanction or for removal from membership accreditation entirely. | 