Linfield University will undergo a Comprehensive Evaluation (Evaluation of Institutional Effectiveness) conducted by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU) this spring. This evaluation is the final stage in a seven-year cycle of reviews conducted by NWCCU.
A peer-review team composed of faculty and staff from other accredited institutions will visit Linfield from April 29 to May 1, 2026, to review the university’s self-evaluation and assess how Linfield meets NWCCU’s accreditation standards, policies and procedures. Accreditation by NWCCU indicates that an institution meets or exceeds established criteria for institutional quality through a rigorous, peer-review process.
Current accreditation status
Linfield University is currently accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
Most recent commission action
Linfield’s accreditation was reaffirmed in 2019 during the university’s last comprehensive evaluation.
Third-party comments
Linfield University and the Commission invite public comments regarding Linfield’s qualifications for accreditation. Linfield values information provided by students, faculty, staff and the public.
- Electronic submissions may be made through the NWCCU third-party comment portal: https://nwccu.org/upcoming-evaluations/
- Written comments may be mailed or sent via courier to:
Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
8060 165th Ave NE, Suite 200
Redmond, WA 98052
All third-party comments must be received by April 19, 2026, at least ten calendar days prior to the start of the visit.
Visit the NWCCU website to learn more about the Commission’s policy on public notification and third-party comments or to submit a public comment electronically.
A copy of this public notification is provided to the NWCCU in accordance with Commission policy. Linfield will also make this statement available through institutional websites, campus communication channels and public platforms.
