The current System Accountability Program (SAP) provides a means of reporting on performance outcomes and identifying universities that demonstrate success and continued improvement in key areas related to student achievement, university excellence, and operational efficiency.

The continuing purpose of the SAP is to assess the overall performance of each university and the System as a whole; focus evaluation on achievement and improvement; serve as a portion of the university president’s annual evaluation; and demonstrate accountability for effective and efficient use of resources to students, the Governor, the General Assembly, and the citizens of Pennsylvania.

The System Accountability Report is comprised of three components providing quantitative, qualitative and strategic performance measurement.

1. The Accountability Matrix includes 17 accountability measures and their corresponding sub-measures. Quantitative System Performance Targets were identified for each measure establishing specific expectations for improvement.
2. The Narrative Assessment Statement (NAS) is focused on performance results that are observable but not easily quantified. Universities report accomplishments in five broad categories, each containing multiple reporting areas. These areas are Academic Quality, Student Achievement/Success, High-Need Academic Programs, Economic Development Activities, and Resource Development and Utilization.
3. The University Performance Plan (UPP) includes university-specific strategies and initiatives designed to achieve the 16 PASSHE Strategic Plan Goals.