HLC relies upon the service of peer reviewers for its accrediting activities. These volunteers generously share their knowledge and experience to assure and advance institutional quality. Learn more about peer reviewer responsibilities and expectations of service.

HLC maintains a Peer Corps of approximately 1,450 faculty, administrators and staff who are currently employed by or recently retired from colleges and universities in the United States. The peer reviewers play an incredibly important role in all stages of the accreditation process. They are responsible for assuring that an institution is complying with the accreditation criteria as well as for helping an institution advance within the context of its own mission.

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Canopy

Canopy is an online system where peer reviewers can view and update their records with HLC.

Become a Peer Reviewer

HLC periodically seeks experienced faculty, staff, and administrators currently employed by HLC-accredited institutions. Preference is given to applicants who meet the diversity initiative or areas of critical need. Critical need areas are defined during each recruitment cycle.  

Diversity Initiative

Through its Diversity Initiative, HLC is working to increase the ethnic and racial diversity of its Peer Corps in order to better reflect the backgrounds of students, faculty and staff at its member institutions.

Policy Updates for Peer Reviewers

HLC policies change frequently. Information is available regarding recently adopted and proposed policy amendments.

Guides and Templates for Peer Reviewers

Detailed logistical information, forms and templates for peer review team visits are available on the Peer Review Team Resources page.

Peer Review Training

HLC provides training to peer reviewers to ensure that they are prepared for their role in the accreditation process. If selected to join the Peer Corps, a reviewer will be expected to attend the appropriate training program. Newly selected reviewers will automatically receive notices and registration information about training. Upcoming dates for in-person and online training are listed on the Peer Review Training page.