Resources and Evidence

At San José State University, we use evidence to tell our story of learning, progress, and transformation.

This page provides direct access to the official WASC Senior College and University Commission materials, institutional reports, and data dashboards that document SJSU’s ongoing commitment to academic quality, integrity, and student success. Together, these resources reflect how we live out the goals of Transformation 2030 through continuous improvement and transparent accountability.

WASC Standards and Guidance
Resources that define the regional accreditation framework.

• WASC Accreditation Handbook (PDF)
• WASC Standards and Criteria for Review (CFRs)
• WASC Institutional Directory: San José State University
• WASC Key Indicators Dashboard:  a data visualization tool that provides metrics and context on the educational environments and outcomes of WASC-accredited institutions

Institutional Effectiveness and Assessment
Data and tools that support continuous improvement.

• University Dashboards (Institutional Research and Strategic Analytics): data on students, faculty, programs, courses, and more!
• CSU Student Success Dashboard (includes the faculty Course Equity Portal): visualization of equity gaps and educational outcomes in your courses and at SJSU as a whole
• Academic Planning Resources
• Assessment Resources

Key Policies and Frameworks
Documents that connect accreditation to campus planning and values.

• University Policy S16-5 [pdf]: Accreditation Review Committee
• Transformation 2030 Strategic Plan
• SJSU’s Mission and Values