American International University (AIU) - Online Degrees
Overview
The American InterContinental University (AIU) is a private educational institution that was created in 1970 and is owned by Career Education Corporation. The school first began in Europe as the American College of Applied Arts. The current headquarters are in Atlanta, while the online degree offices are located in Hoffman Estates, Illinois.
AIU provides students with an alternative to the traditional education concept, by providing an online education option since 2001. The institution also has 6 physical campuses that are located across the globe in cities such as Atlanta , London, Los Angeles, Sandy Springs, Houston and Weston. There is also a study abroad program for those students looking to have cultural diversity.
Programs
AIU has over 27,000 enrolled students consisting of both undergraduate and postgraduate studies for their online degree programs. It offers various fields of study that include Criminal Justice, education, business administration, healthcare management, marketing, information technology and visual communication. Each online degree program allows students to gain industry training and skills, so that they can properly advance in their careers. AIU only offers online degree programs that are in high demand and that are practical fields of study. These studies assist students in reaching professional success.
American InterContinental University's flexible schedules and nurturing environment make higher education a goal that anyone can achieve. They understand that many students have responsibilities such as a full-time job and family obligations. The online classes allow students to acquire the knowledge and credentials that is required for their online degree program.
Accreditation
The school has received their accreditation from The Higher Learning Commission, which is a part of the North Central Association, so that they are able to bestow associate, bachelor and master degrees. AIU was formerly accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. AIU has also joined the Better Business Bureau's Online Reliability program which reflects their high level of customer satisfaction and positive track record.
Mission
American InterContinental University's goal is to provide students from diverse cultures and backgrounds the ability to reach professional and personal goals. AIU accomplishes this mission by providing services, facilities, programs, instructors and technologies that support distance learning and personal development. This includes AIU Mobile, which is a mobile phoned based application that enables students to access the AIU portal for the ultimate in convenience.
AIU has a wonderful team of advisors and instructors that are waiting to provide students the support and guidance they need. This includes admission guidance, tuition planning, career development and much more. The university's internal network also allows students to access emails and communicate with instructors and classmates, which makes earning an online degree easy.
Awards
AIU has ranked number one for associate business degrees granted to African Americans and number two for associate business degrees granted to all minorities, by Diverse Issues in Higher Education. The school has also been recognized as being in the Top 100 Degree Producers, as been recognized as the Best of the Best by the Computerworld Honors Program, and was also in the Hispanic Outlook in Higher education Magazine's Top 100 four-year schools that are awarding bachelor's degrees to Hispanics. The school has many other recognitions that can be accessed on the website's press release directory.
Admissions
American InterContinental University's admission requirements include a complete application, $50 application fee, proof of high school diploma, admission interview and an English proficiency test for non-English speaking students. Students can begin online continuing education, by utilizing an easy to use online admissions application process.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Tuition for AIU program completions vary from $13,000 to $31,000. Students are able to apply for financial aid with a FAFSA form. AIU counselors are more than happy to assist students with the financial aid process and will guide them along the way. Students may qualify for grants, scholarships, state aid programs and federal financial aid for their online degree program.
