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Information Technology Computing Program Granted ABET Accreditation
October 27, 2021
The School of Computing is proud to announce that both the computer science and information systems programs have been re-accredited by ABET for 6 years and the information technology program has just received its first ABET accreditation, effective 2021, which will last 6 years. The 6-year accreditation means that these three programs received perfect scores by those who assessed them.
ABET is an independent, nonprofit, non-governmental organization dedicated to accrediting college and university STEM programs such as computing and engineering at the bachelor’s and master’s degree levels. ABET has been around for more than 80 years, and was initially developed by professionals working within the fields that are now being accredited.
An ABET accreditation gives both students and future employers confidence that the college or university in question is providing programs that are preparing students for the real-world workforce. ABET is recognized worldwide, so GVSU students can be certain that their education has prepared them for jobs not only in West Michigan, but in various countries around the world as well.
In order to obtain ABET accreditation, the institutions must initiate programs that meet specific criteria. The programs being accredited must provide educational objectives that they actively meet, establish and reach student outcomes related to practical knowledge and skillset, and pass assessments and evaluations set by the ABET accrediting process. Additionally, the university must display that they continuously improve their programs with documented assessment and change. The curriculum of programs must cover specific topics, and provide a blend of technical, professional, and general education requirements in order to ensure that it is rigorous and effective.
Grand Valley is extremely proud of its faculty, staff, and students who have worked hard at maintaining an exemplary status. Our information technology, information systems, and computer science programs have proved that they provide everything our students need to succeed once they graduate.
For more information, please visit the ABET website.