Program Review

Program Review is a periodic process through which Cal State LA academic programs examine program quality, student learning and success, curriculum, resources, and opportunities for continued improvement. The process brings together evidence, faculty reflection, external perspectives, and institutional review to support the ongoing development and effectiveness of academic programs. 

This section provides guidance for programs preparing for review, including the Program Review schedule, process and timeline, self-study templates and supporting resources, workshop materials, and University policy. Information about the Program Review Subcommittee and related governance processes is also available here. 

SCHEDULE & PROCESS 

Learn when academic programs are scheduled for review and understand the major stages of the Program Review process. This section provides the current review schedule, timelines, and guidance on the steps programs complete throughout the review cycle.

  • Program Review Schedule
  • Review Cycle & Timeline
  • Self-Study Process
  • External Review

TEMPLATES & GUIDANCE 

Access templates, handbooks, and guidance materials that support programs preparing for Program Review. These resources provide a common framework for developing the self-study, organizing evidence, and documenting plans for continued improvement.

  • Self-Study Template & Handbook
  • Modified Program Review Resources
  • Comprehensive Assessment Plan Template

WORKSHOPS 

Program Review workshops provide faculty and program leaders with guidance on key stages of the review process. Available materials address topics such as orientation, self-study preparation, data use, modified Program Review, and meaningful assessment.

  • Program Review Orientation
  • Modified Program Review
  • Data & Evidence
  • Meaningful Assessment

POLICY & GOVERNANCE 

Program Review at Cal State LA is guided by University policy and shared governance processes. This section provides information about Program Review policy, the Program Review Subcommittee, committee responsibilities, and the governance structures that support academic program review.

  • Policy on Program Review
  • Program Review Subcommittee
  • Committee Responsibilities
  • Membership & Governance