Ohio University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC, formerly the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education). While over 30 of the University’s academic programs are accredited by their own specialized accreditors, Ohio University as a whole is accredited by HLC; all of the University’s programs and units are covered by this institution-wide accreditation. HLC offers three different pathways to institutional accreditation. They are the Standard Pathway, the Open Pathway, and the Academic Quality Improvement Program (AQIP, soon to be phased out) pathway. Ohio University has been in AQIP since 2002. The next HLC Comprehensive Evaluation and visit will occur no later than Fall 2024.
Office of the Provost
Dr. Donald J. Leo serves as the Executive Vice President and Provost of Ohio University
Executive Vice President and Provost
Dr. Donald J. Leo serves as the Ohio University Executive Vice President and Provost. He is a professor of mechanical engineering and most recently served as the first dean of the College of Engineering at the University of Georgia. At Ohio University Dr. Leo manages the academic deans and a variety of offices that foster academic quality and student success.
Welcome Provost Leo
Donald J. Leo, Ph.D., became the Executive Vice President and Provost of Ohio University on July 1, 2024. He shared his journey to OHIO and his vision for the Office of the Provost during the University Updates on September 26, 2024.
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Latest News
On Monday, March 24, all OHIO students, faculty and staff are encouraged to participate in the Open Forum sessions as part of the Higher Learning Commission’s review of the University.
OHIO has shared its Assurance Argument with both the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and the University community as part of its ongoing reaffirmation of accreditation process.
After a year-long Faculty Fellowship Leave, Dr. Gillian Ice will return to her faculty position in the Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine and Global Health Initiative in the College of Health Sciences and Professions.