California Intercontinental University (CIU) is not currently certified to issue F-1 (student) visas.
Because programs are offered 100% online, you can study from your home country without needing an F-1 visa.
If you have questions about your specific situation, the Admissions team is here to help. You can reach us at admissions@caluniversity.edu or submit a ticket below.
California Intercontinental University
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.