University of The Bahamas Submits National and International Accreditation Applications

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – University of The Bahamas (UB) has submitted its applications for accreditation candidacy to the National Accreditation and Equivalency Council of The Bahamas (NAECOB) and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).

This development marks a critical step in the institution’s pursuit of excellence, accountability, and the highest standards of academic and operational performance.

The achievement is the result of concerted efforts by UB’s faculty, staff, students, and senior administrators, under the leadership of Acting President Janyne Hodder.

This accomplishment was further strengthened by the expertise of Advisor to the Board, Dr. Sidney McPhee, President of Middle Tennessee State University, whose leadership through numerous successful SACSCOC reaffirmations has been invaluable, along with the support of Dr. Cheryl Cardell, a former SACSCOC assessor. 

This milestone reflects the resilience and determination of the university community as it approaches its 51st year of operation.

Despite significant challenges, UB has made substantial progress, including the completion of outstanding audits dating back to 2012 and the advancement of preparations for the 2024 audit. Accountability and transparency will be strengthened with the completion and publication of the requisite policies, accessible on the UB website.

Physical upgrades have complemented institutional improvements. At the Oakes Field Campus in Nassau, infrastructure enhancements have enriched the educational and research environment. In Grand Bahama, the completion of phase one renovations at UB North, funded by a donor, has restored a university campus experience for students for the first time since Hurricane Dorian in 2019.

This accomplishment demonstrates UB’s commitment to building a foundation for sustainable growth and operational excellence. The submission of the accreditation applications symbolises the university’s readiness to embrace new opportunities for development, innovation, academic excellence and service.

As we celebrate this achievement, we recommit ourselves to the rigorous requirements and continuous improvements that will ultimately secure both national and international accreditation approvals. 

University of The Bahamas extends its gratitude to stakeholders, supporters, and the broader community for their continued support, which has been instrumental in helping the institution reach this significant point in its development.