Assessing undergraduate programs

Although academic programs undergo a rigorous unit review every seven years, the assessment of student learning in undergraduate programs should be an ongoing process. Each program should develop a plan for taking stock of student learning across the program's curriculum and for making adjustments to the curriculum, if needed, to enhance student learning.

To facilitate this process, Directors of Undergraduate Studies (DUSs) should complete an annual assessment report for every degree-granting program for which they are responsible (Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science programs in the same subject area do not need separate reports, however).

Assessment reports for the 2024-25 academic year should be completed by June 30, 2025 and submitted to Matt Shadle, the CLAS Academic Assessment Coordinator (matthew-shadle@uiowa.edu). 

CLAS Undergraduate Program Annual Assessment Report Template, 2024-25

The Academic Assessment Coordinator is available for assistance with annual assessment reports and with finding data related to student learning. Throughout the academic year, the Assessment Coordinator is also available to consult with academic programs regarding developing an assessment plan and using assessment data to guide curricular and pedagogical decision-making. For assistance, email matthew-shadle@uiowa.edu.