American National University has maintained institutional accreditation for over 60 years — assurance that our degrees meet tested standards recognized by employers, government agencies, and other institutions.
American National University is accredited by two nationally recognized entities — DEAC for American National University of Virginia and ABHES for American National University of Kentucky. Both are recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
American National University participates in NC-SARA, so our online programs are authorized to serve students across participating states.
A common question — here is the practical difference.
The Council for Higher Education Accreditation makes no qualitative distinction between regional and national accreditors, and states that transfer decisions should not be made solely on the source of a sending institution's accreditation.
Transfer credit at ANUA mark of distinction verifying that your training meets standards independently set by professionals working in your field.
Associate degree accreditation reaffirmed through 2029. 200 East Randolph Street, Suite 5100, Chicago, IL 60601 · (312) 235-3255 · info@cahiim.org
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Pikeville campus approved by the Kentucky Board of Nursing.
Nashville learning site initially approved by the Tennessee Board of Nursing.
Initially approved by the Tennessee Board of Nursing and the Virginia Board of Nursing.
ABA-approved paralegal program.
Accredited by the Pharmacy Technician Accrediting Commission.
Initially approved by the Virginia Board of Nursing.
ANU is authorized under federal law to enroll non-immigrant alien students. The following programs are approved for non-immigrant alien students — though not all are actively enrolling non-immigrant students.
STEM programs are eligible for up to two additional years of work authorization under OPT.
Each state agency authorizes postsecondary institutions to operate within its jurisdiction.
American National University is authorized by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia to provide educational programs beyond secondary education in the Commonwealth of Virginia; however, the institution is not subject to the requirements of certification by the Council.
The Nashville campus is authorized for operation by the Tennessee Higher Education Commission, 404 James Robertson Parkway, Suite 1900, Nashville, TN 37243 · (615) 741-3605. Authorization is renewed each year based on minimum standards for quality of education, ethical business practices, health and safety, and fiscal responsibility.
American National University is licensed by the Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education to offer all programs at Louisville and Pikeville. ANU Online is also licensed by the Council to offer online degrees.
Our compliance and admissions teams can answer questions about transfer credit, licensure, and state authorization.
