Become a Peer Evaluator
The Commission opens the application to become a peer evaluator each year. Please visit this site once the Commission announces that the application process is open.
Application Process
Individuals must apply by completing pre-screening questions and submitting an Evaluator Data Form (EDF). Please allow the Commission six weeks to review your application and inform you of your status.
Benefits
Serving as a peer evaluator can benefit both you and your institution by building your network of professionals, learning about best practices at other institutions, and furthering your knowledge and expertise with the accreditation process.
Expectations
Peer evaluators who accept an invitation to an assignment are required to abide by the Peer Evaluators Policy and Procedures, complete a Conflict of Interest Form, certify a Statement of Ethical Conduct, and an Antitrust Certification of Compliance.
Qualifications
The Commission seeks competent, knowledgeable, and qualified higher education professionals with three or more years of experience at a college or university, individuals currently employed at an MSCHE member institution, and individuals with expertise that meets the Commission’s current needs.
Training
A variety of training events are provided, including webinars and online modules. The Commission will inform accepted peer evaluators of the training requirements and schedule.
Assignments
The Commission staff carefully analyzes, selects, and invites peer evaluators to assignments based on the Commission’s current needs and the information provided in the Evaluator Data Form (EDF). When chosen for an assignment, peer evaluators are expected to respond to invitations in a timely manner.
The types of assignments are listed in the Accreditation Activities Guidelines.
Active Peer Evaluators Status
To remain active, peer evaluators are required to update their EDF at least every three years and should update their EDF when any major changes occur. The Commission periodically sends out reminders to update the EDF and EDFs that are not update automatically become inactive. Inactive peer evaluators are required to reapply by submitting a new EDF and complete the required training before they will be considered for an assignment.
Contact
General Peer Evaluator Information/Training/Orientation: [email protected]
Support/Login Credentials: [email protected]