Accreditations
Accreditation Schemes, Requirements & Fees
Everything your institution needs in one place — the five schemes, the standards applied, the agreement you will sign, and the fee schedule.
The Five Schemes
Choose the Scheme That Fits Your Institution
Institutional Accreditation
Evaluates the entire university/college against CGAPUCA's standards (aligned with DARC Africa and BIHEB). Covers governance, faculty, infrastructure, and student outcomes.
- Duration
- 5-year renewable
- Application fee
- $2,500
- Renewal fee
- $1,800
- Training
- Optional
Programmatic Accreditation
Focuses on specific degree programs (e.g., Engineering, Business) to ensure they meet industry and global benchmarks (via QAHE/BSQ recognition).
- Duration
- 4-year renewable
- Application fee
- $1,600
- Renewal fee
- $1,100
- Training
- Optional
Provisional Accreditation
A preliminary status for new institutions, valid for 1–2 years, requiring proof of foundational compliance before full evaluation.
- Duration
- One-time
- Application fee
- $900
- Training
- Required
Full Accreditation
The highest tier of recognition, awarded after rigorous audits (including DARC/BIHEB reviews), renewable every 5 years.
- Duration
- 5-year renewable
- Application fee
- $3,200
- Renewal fee
- $2,200
- Training
- Optional
Global Partnership Accreditation
For institutions seeking international collaboration, leveraging CGAPUCA's BIHEB-backed global standards (recognized by QAHE/BSQ).
- Duration
- 5-year renewable
- Application fee
- $2,800
- Renewal fee
- $1,900
- Training
- Required
Institutional Governance & Mission
- Clear educational philosophy and measurable objectives
- Ethical governance structure with qualified leadership
- Financial stability and sustainable resource management
Academic Quality & Faculty Standards
- Curriculum aligned with global/regional benchmarks
- Qualified faculty with relevant degrees and teaching experience
- Regular program reviews and outcome assessments
Student Support & Learning Resources
- Adequate infrastructure (libraries, labs, technology)
- Student services (advising, career support, welfare)
- Transparent admission and graduation policies
Research & Community Impact
- Evidence of research output or industry collaboration
- Community engagement initiatives
Compliance & Continuous Improvement
- Adherence to DARC/BIHEB quality frameworks
- Internal quality assurance mechanisms
- Commitment to periodic reviews (e.g., 5-year reaccreditation)
Documentation & Evaluation
- Submission of self-study reports
- Successful completion of peer reviews and site visits
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