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About California Intercontinental University
Welcome to CIU
California Intercontinental University is an accredited institution of higher learning offering associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctorate degrees in business. All programs are offered to students around the globe through an online delivery, promoting critical thinking, quality learning, and relevant research in emerging fields. Our online associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctorate degree programs include the latest curriculum, which provides a practical approach to solving real-world issues for students.
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Our History
California Intercontinental University (CIU) was established to empower entrepreneurs through education. In 2003, California Intercontinental University was incorporated in the State of California and started its initial operations. In 2005, California Intercontinental University received California State Approval to grant undergraduate and graduate degrees. In 2009, California Intercontinental University was initially accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC). DEAC is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized institutional accrediting agency, and it is also a recognized member of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). In October 2023, CIU transitioned its headquarters to South Dakota, obtaining state certification to provide postsecondary education. In 2024, CIU was granted programmatic accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) and became a proud institutional participant of the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA).
The CIU Mission Statement
California Intercontinental University offers relevant, in-demand accredited online programs designed to enhance each student’s professional career. CIU is committed to equip the next generation of business professionals, leaders, and entrepreneurs with the confidence, qualifications, and competence to succeed in the global business community and economy.
Purpose
Foster growth and success in our students and each other.
