Quality Assurance Funding

Austin Peay State University submits a report annually to the Tennessee Higher Education Commission as part of its Quality Assurance Funding (QAF) program. QAF is designed to incentivize universities and community colleges to strive for excellence in their programs and student learning outcomes. The scores received help institutions earn funds above their approved operating budgets.

The report is based on six standards which aligns with the Tennessee Higher Education Master Plan.

1. General Education

2. Major Field Assessment

3. Academic Programs' Accreditation and Evaluation

4. Institutional Satisfaction

5. Student Equity

6. Student Access & Success