GHEAC Accreditation Criteria

The Gulf Higher Education Accreditation Council conducts a thorough and intricate certification process, incorporating crucial elements to ensure utmost adherence to higher education standards.

Criterion I - Mission

When assessing universities, GHEAC primarily examines their declared objectives, scrutinizing how closely these are adhered to and implemented. The key aim is to determine the clarity of the institution's mission goals. Additionally, the university must publicly advocate for the significance of its research, scholarly endeavors, and academic offerings.

Criterion II
Integrity

The second criterion that is adhered to by GHEAC upholds a rigorous assessment of the integrity of educational institutions, scrutinizing the efficacy of various procedures and frameworks such as university governance, administrative systems, faculty, staff, and student bodies.

Criterion III - Student Learning and
Effective Teaching

GHEAC requires institutions seeking certification to demonstrate their capability in effectively implementing various educational methodologies for both students and faculty, ensuring adherence to the required standards through adequate proof.

Criterion IV - Application of
Knowledge

GHEAC assesses if school stakeholders meet standards and if education programs deliver promised knowledge depth and breadth effectively. It emphasizes verifying quality claims.

GHEAC prioritizes evaluating leadership, administration, teachers, and students to ensure adherence to quality education standards. It also focuses on assessing program efficacy in equipping students with promised knowledge levels.

President’s Message

We are committed to upholding exceptional standards in higher education and are dedicated to advancing the academic excellence of universities, colleges, and high schools across the Middle East.

GHEAC Credit Equivalency


Connect with GHEAC today to explore opportunities and partnerships!

About GHEAC

The Gulf Higher Education Accreditation Council is a governmental body committed to enhancing excellence and brilliance in higher education to the utmost degree.

GHEAC Mission

The mission of Gulf Higher Education Accreditation Council is to bring the highest level of distinction and brilliance to higher education in the Middle East.

GHEAC Vision

The Gulf Higher Education Accreditation Council is a governmental body committed to enhancing excellence and brilliance in higher education to the utmost degree.

Disclaimer The logo, name and graphics of Gulf Higher Education Accreditation Council and its products and services are the trademarks of Gulf Higher Education Accreditation Council. All other company names, brand names, trademarks and logos mentioned on this website are the property of their respective owners and do not constitute or imply endorsement, sponsorship or recommendation thereof by Gulf Higher Education Accreditation Council and do not constitute or imply endorsement, sponsorship or recommendation of Gulf Higher Education Accreditation Council by the respective trademark owner.