Program Closeout

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Refers to the process that occurs when an institution of higher education sunsets an academic program. It typically involves removing the program from the higher education institution catalog, from the Student Information System (SIS), and from degree-audit systems. The institution then informs accreditors and the U.S. Department of Education.

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