New and Developing Program Areas
Advancing Innovation Through Accreditation
As STEM fields rapidly evolve, institutions are developing academic programs that respond to emerging global needs. ABET accreditation ensures that these new and developing programs meet the highest standards of quality, rigor and relevance. Our trusted accreditation process—recognized internationally—empowers students, faculty and employers alike with the confidence that programs are preparing graduates to solve real-world challenges and drive meaningful change.
Whether your program is pioneering a new discipline or strengthening a multidisciplinary approach, ABET helps ensure it is built on a strong foundation of excellence, continuous improvement and industry alignment. Together, we shape the future of higher education and build a better world.
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Data Science
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Environmental Science
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Geology
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Who is ABET?
We are a nonprofit, ISO 9001 certified quality assurance organization focused on college and university programs in the science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) disciplines. Through our work and our partnerships we help ensure that the next generation of STEM professionals is equipped to help build a world that is safer, more efficient, more inclusive and more sustainable.
Who looks for ABET accreditation?
ABET accreditation assures confidence that a collegiate program has met standards essential to prepare graduates to enter critical STEM fields in the global workforce. Graduates from an ABET-accredited program have a solid educational foundation and are capable of leading the way in innovation, emerging technologies, and in anticipating the welfare and safety needs of the public.
- Students
- Institutions
- Global
Read more here: Why ABET Accreditation Matters
Our Process
ABET Accreditation Evaluation Is an 18-Month, Five-Step Process.
ABET accreditation is the culmination of a practice of ongoing self-assessment and continuous improvement, which assures confidence that ABET-accredited programs are meeting the needs of their students, preparing graduates to enter their careers, and responsive to the needs of the professions and the world. This process has to be initiated by the institution.
Learn more about the beforehand assessment, eligibility and accreditation process here: Get Accredited
Contact Us
Please contact accreditation@abet.org if you have any questions or would like additional information