The reference section is intended to provide an overview of the upcoming reaffirmation in 2006. It includes general information on SACS, the reaffirmation process, the reaffirmation documentation, requirements and review processes, and the Principles of Accreditation. In addition, it serves to highlight the changes from the previous reaffirmation process. The content of this section includes:

Purpose of Accreditation: General description of the purpose and benefits of accreditation for an institution.

History of UCF Accreditation: Brief history of SACS accreditation of UCF.

Changes to the Reaffirmation Process: Highlights of the changes in the reaffirmation process since the last reaffirmation in 1995.

Principles of Accreditation: Description of the Principles of Accreditation and an overview of the components required for accreditation.

SACS Documentation Requirements: Description of the documents and reports that are required by SACS.

SACS Reviews: Summary of the different types of reviews.