Annual Meeting

The 2024 SACSCOC Annual Meeting will be held December 7-10 at the Austin Convention Center in Austin, TX. 

The theme for this year’s conference encapsulates the current dynamic landscape of accreditation in higher education. Texas, renowned for its spirit of innovation and resilience, serves as the perfect setting to explore the intricate balance between fostering innovation and maintaining compliance with our Principles of Accreditation. This theme invites us to delve deep into the heart of accreditation practices while navigating the evolving terrain where tradition meets transformation, and where compliance is intricately woven with the fabric of innovation.

This will be the first time Austin has served as the host city for the SACSCOC Annual Meeting.  Come and experience the unique charm and culture of Austin—renowned for its live entertainment, inspiring cuisine, and dynamic arts scene. It’s the ideal backdrop to participate in an enriching journey of exploration, discovery, and collaboration.

Registration is now open!  Click here for registration and conference details.  The registration deadline has been extended and will now close at midnigh on November 21, 2024.

For a current agenda of all conference activities, click the 2024 Annual Meeting Program Schedule.

Dr. Wheelan will retire next Summer making this her last Annual Meeting as president. Be sure to come and say goodbye as she transitions into a much-deserved retirement.

Registration Fees

Registrant	Early Before Oct 1	General Oct 1 – Oct 31	Late Nov 1 – Nov 14
Member Individuals who are employed at a SACSCOC-accredited or candidate institution, or a state higher education system	$650	$750	$850
Nonmember Individuals who are not employed at a SACSCOC-accredited or candidate institution	$950	$1,050	$1,150
Graduate Student Individuals who are pursuing a graduate degree in higher education or a related field at a SACSCOC-accredited institution and are not full-time employees of any higher education institution. Individuals must email proof of enrollment to annmtg@sacscoc.org to obtain a special discount code.	$250	$300	$350
Retiree Individuals who are retired from a SACSCOC-accredited institution and have active:retired status as SACSCOC peer evaluators through March 29, 2025. Individuals must email annmtg@sacscoc.org to request a special discount code. Evaluator status will be verified in the SACSCOC peer evaluator database.	$250	$300	$350

Hotel Reservations

There are 11 properties that comprise the Annual Meeting block of hotels SACSCOC has contracted with to ensure participants are offered a conference rate.  The rates for the hotel rooms range between $209 – $239 per night (plus tax).  You must register to attend the Annual Meeting in order to book your reservation and obtain the conference rate.  Please note the following:

Connections Housing is the only official housing bureau associated with and authorized to conduct transactions for SACSCOC. While other companies may contact you offering accommodations for your travel, they are not affiliated with SACSCOC. Entering into financial agreements with these companies can have costly consequences. SACSCOC is not connected in any way with other companies claiming to represent or provide hotel services. 

If you have any questions, please contact us at annmtg@sacscoc.org.

Exhibitor and Sponsorship Opportunities

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