About JIU

The decision to pursue your education speaks volumes about your values, commitment, and priorities. It’s a serious step toward a brighter future, and you need a university that will be a true partner in your academic journey. Here is what the JIU advantage is all about:

• Our goal is to provide our students with  quality educations and arm them with the practical skills, strategies, and confidence to become total professionals.
• We are the pioneer in online learning. JIU is proud to be the first entirely virtual institution in the U.S. to receive regional accreditation. We’ve always set the standard in online education and continue to raise the bar. 
• Our flexible, relevant academic programs are intentionally project-based to enable you to put your new knowledge to work immediately.
• Quality people make the difference. Our distinguished faculty and staff are accessible and fully committed to your success. Our students are leaders, motivated to advance their careers and transform their lives. Meet the faces and voices of JIU that make us so special.

Let our experience, personal attention, and commitment to quality work for you. Whether you are just starting out in your career, seek advancement in the workplace, or want to completely change careers, JIU can get you to where you want to go.