Academics
Comprehensive Program Review
Academic Program Review
The goal of the Comprehensive Program Review (CPR) at South Georgia State College (SGSC) is to document that all academic programs offered at SGSC productively contribute to the college's mission. SGSC's Comprehensive Program Review will examine the viability, productivity, and quality of programs at SGSC through an examination and identification of the strengths and weaknesses of the program, the connectivity of the program to the mission of the college, the outcomes assessment taking place within the program, the cost-effectiveness of the program, and the long-term viability of the program. Comprehensive Program Review is a response to the University System of Georgia's (USG) Program Review Task Force Final Report (September 2008). Comprehensive Program Review at SGSC is consistent with the Board of Regents Policy Manual (3.6.3 Comprehensive Academic Program Review).
Academic units participating in comprehensive program review will generate a self-study report addressing program productivity, quality, and viability. The internal review will be led by the appropriate academic dean/division chair or the Vice President for Academic Affairs & Student Affairs, with support from the faculty who teach within the program. Program self-studies must demonstrate their effectiveness in educating their students, document adequate resources (faculty, space, etc.) to fulfill their mission, and articulate how they meet the specific needs of students and the community.
Each degree program will be evaluated within seven years of inception; after that, the evaluation will follow a five-year cycle.
Self-Studies and Reviews for National Program Accreditation
Accreditation materials may be used to support the program review process; however, these materials are not a substitute for the program review process.
Timeline for Comprehensive Program Review South Georgia State College
South Georgia College and Waycross College consolidated in January 2013 to form the new South Georgia State College (SGSC) institution. The first full academic year for South Georgia State College was 2013-2014. Because of the consolidation and adherence to Board of Regents Policy Manual - 3.6.3 Comprehensive Academic Program Review, SGSC has established the following timeline for Comprehensive Program Review:
| Academic Year | Programs for Review |
|---|---|
| 2028–2029 | Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology |
| 2027–2028 | Associate of Science in Nursing Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences Bachelor of Science in Elementary & Special Education |
| 2026–2027 | N/A |
| 2025–2026 | Associate of Arts in Core Curriculum Associate of Science in Core Curriculum Bachelor of Science in Management Bachelor of Science in Nursing, RN to BSN |
| 2024–2025 | Bachelor of Science in Nursing |
| 2023–2024 | Bachelor of Science in Management |
| 2022–2023 | N/A |
| 2021–2022 | Associate of Science in Nursing Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences |
| 2020–2021 | N/A |
| 2019–2020 | Bachelor of Science in Nursing |
| 2018–2019 | Associate of Science in Core Curriculum Associate of Arts in Core Curriculum |
| 2017–2018 | N/A |
| 2016–2017 | Associate of Science in Nursing |
Comprehensive Program Review Cycle
South Georgia State College conducts Comprehensive Program Reviews on a rotating cycle to ensure academic programs remain high-quality, productive, and aligned with institutional priorities. The schedule below identifies programs slated for review in each academic year. Additional guidance, templates, and resources for completing the review process are available in the Comprehensive Program Review Guide.