
Ashford University

The mission of Ashford University is to provide accessible, affordable, innovative, high-quality learning opportunities and degree programs that meet the diverse needs of individuals pursuing integrity in their lives, professions, and communities.
Bridgepoint Education's institutions provide higher access to higher education. Through the acquisition of two regionally accredited universities, Bridgepoint Education provides access to Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's and Doctorate programs. By providing high-quality degree programs both on-campus and online, Bridgepoint Education is reaching out to students seeking innovative, high-quality choices in higher education.
Founded in 1918, Clinton, Iowa-based Ashford University is a regionally accredited university with a long history of providing high-quality education. Ashford offers programs at the Associate's, Bachelor's and Master's degree levels, both on-campus and online.
Ashford provides our traditional and online students the ability to connect with the history and traditions of a brick and mortar campus, while enjoying the flexibility of an online learning experience.
At our recent graduation, our largest ever, online and on-ground students from around the nation received diplomas and celebrated as one class, a reflection of the future of higher learning.
Ashford University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association. Accreditation by the Commission provides assurance to prospective students that Ashford University has been found to meet the Commission's stated requirements and criteria. To learn more about The Higher Learning Commission, visit www.ncahlc.org.