Recognitions & Approvals

Unlike many countries that operate with a federal ministry of education, the United States government requires that all schools are approved by the governing body of the State in which they are located. This is the only required level of recognition in the United States. International American University is a legally operating degree-granting educational provider in the State of California, U.S.A.

In July 2006, International American University received its initial approval to operate by the State of California Bureau for Private Postsecondary and Vocational Education (BPPVE) to grant degrees under the provisions of the California Education Code.

In Dec 2011, International American University received its full re-approval to operate by the State of California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE) to grant degrees under the provisions of the California Education Code. The approval is valid for 5 years from Dec 15, 2011 - Dec 14, 2016. Five years is the maximum approval the BPPE grants.

BPPE school code#: 41500926

On March 6, 2009, International American University was approved by the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to accept and enroll foreign, non-immigrant F-1 students for academic degrees and English language training.

SEVIS school code#: LOS214F01373000

The California Postsecondary Education Commission provides the legislative and the executive branches of government with advice and information about major policy and planning issues concerning education beyond high school. This comprehensive, statewide planning for postsecondary education in the State is perhaps the most significant of the Commission's multiple responsibilities.

To see IAU's listing with CPEC, click here.