California Intercontinental University offers relevant, in-demand, accredited online programs designed to enhance each student’s professional career. CIU is committed to equipping the next generation of professionals, leaders, and entrepreneurs with the confidence, qualifications, and competence to succeed in the global community and economy.
At CIU, the Four Pillars define the core competencies every graduate carries into their career. These pillars reflect the skills most valued by employers and communities, and they guide how CIU prepares students to succeed in professional and global contexts.
The Four Pillars are the foundation of a CIU education, ensuring graduates are academically prepared and ready to lead in an impactful way.
Important Update
On August 17, 2026, CIU became
Our students come from across the United States and from more than 40 countries worldwide. As we’ve grown, our name has remained rooted in one state, one geography. The new name reflects what CIU has always truly been:
a university without borders.