The chart below was developed by Subcommittee 4.9 to clarify the distinction between consortial relationships and contractual agreements. For more information on this topic, see pages 39-40 of the Self-Study Manual, minutes of meetings of Subcommittee 4.9 at http://www.uncwil.edu/local/sacs/univ_access.htm , and Section 4.9 of the Criteria for Accreditation.

Clarification of Definitions Related to SACS Section 4.9

Consortial Relationships	Contractual Agreements
Degree or Certification Program in which another institution awards credit	Does not award non-UNCW credit toward a degree
¨ Requirements toward a degree can / must be fulfilled by more than one degree awarding educational institution	¨ UNCW unit contracts with outside agency to provide instruction or practical experience for our students (not an IHE, but can be LEA’s, medical facilities, clinical placements, etc.)
¨ Entails a substantial amount of coursework at a different location with credit provided by a unit other than UNCW	¨ Educational service arrangement providing a single or minimal # of courses; professional experiences for our students; or access to facilities, resources and/or services.
¨ Requires approval by university governance and UNC General Administration
¨ Final degree could be provided by any consortial institutions (Ex. Pre-engineering program with NCSU)