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*Accademia di Belle Arti di Mendicino, Italy
Accademia di Belle Arti di Mendicino, Italy
*Accademia Normanna, Italy, Gambia, Florida (issues degrees through “Studiorum Universitas Ruggero II”)[8]
Accademia Normanna, Italy, Gambia, Florida (issues degrees through “Studiorum Universitas Ruggero II”)[8]
*Académie Européene d’Informatisation, a.k.a. World Information Distributed University – WID, Belgium, Russia[7][9][10]
Académie Européene d’Informatisation, a.k.a. World Information Distributed University – WID, Belgium, Russia[7][9][10]
*Academy of Natural Therapies, formerly in Hawaii until closed by court order; may have reopened in Wyoming, Colorado or Montana[11][12]
Academy of Natural Therapies, formerly in Hawaii until closed by court order; may have reopened in Wyoming, Colorado or Montana[11][12]
*Academy of Religious & Spiritual Studies
Academy of Religious & Spiritual Studies
*Adam Smith University, Liberia; Saipan
Adam Smith University, Liberia; Saipan
Adams and Washington University, King College of Professional Studies, England
Adams and Washington University, King College of Professional Studies, England
Adams College
Adams College
Akamai University, Hawaii[9] Not accredited by an agency recognized by the US DOE
Akamai University, Hawaii[9] Not accredited by an agency recognized by the US DOE
Alberdeen University, New Mexico
Alberdeen University, New Mexico
Albert University, Delaware
*Albert University, Delaware
Al-Hurra University (or Alhuraa University), Sweden, Netherlands; US states of Michigan and Rhode Island[9][15]
Al-Hurra University (or Alhuraa University), Sweden, Netherlands; US states of Michigan and Rhode Island[9][15]
Al-Ishraq University, Saudi Arabia
Al-Ishraq University, Saudi Arabia
Al Qasim University, Pakistan
Al Qasim University, Pakistan
Al-Shurook University, Saudi Arabia
*Al-Shurook University, Saudi Arabia
Alexandria University, Nevada (not to be confused with Alexandria University in Egypt)
Alexandria University, Nevada (not to be confused with Alexandria University in Egypt)
All-American University, Nevada
All-American University, Nevada
All Saints American University, Liberia
*All Saints American University, Liberia
Allen Maxwell University, Wyoming
Allen Maxwell University, Wyoming
Almeda University (also called Almeda College or Almeda International University)
Almeda University (also called Almeda College or Almeda International University)
Ambai University, Massachusetts
*Ambai University, Massachusetts
Ambassador University Corporation
Ambassador University Corporation
American Andragogy University, Hawaii, Bolivia
American Andragogy University, Hawaii, Bolivia
American Capital University, Liberia
American Capital University, Liberia
American Central University, Wyoming
*American Central University, Wyoming
American Century University, New Mexico; formerly known as Century University
*American Century University, New Mexico; formerly known as Century University
American City University[9][12]
*American City University[9][12]
American Coastline University,[12] formerly operated from mailbox rental services in Hawaii and Louisiana and was owned by Dr. Richard Hoyer;[22] also reported in Russia and the US states of California and New York[9]
*American Coastline University,[12] formerly operated from mailbox rental services in Hawaii and Louisiana and was owned by Dr. Richard Hoyer;[22] also reported in Russia and the US states of California and New York[9]
American College of Brazilian Studies (AMBRA) Florida[23]
*American College of Brazilian Studies (AMBRA) Florida[23]
American College of Metaphysical Theology, Golden Valley, Minnesota[7][13][17][24]
American College of Metaphysical Theology, Golden Valley, Minnesota[7][13][17][24]
American Columbus University, California[9]
American Columbus University, California[9]
American International University of Management and Technology, Hawaii[9]
American International University of Management and Technology, Hawaii[9]
American Liberty University, US states of Alabama and California, also England, Greece, South Korea, China, Taiwan, Malaysia, and United Arab Emirates[9]
American Liberty University, US states of Alabama and California, also England, Greece, South Korea, China, Taiwan, Malaysia, and United Arab Emirates[9]
American National University,[25] not to be confused with the accredited American National University, formerly known as National Business College
*American National University,[25] not to be confused with the accredited American National University, formerly known as National Business College
American Pacific University, Vietnam and other Asian locations; has falsely claimed affiliation with Central Washington University[9]
American Pacific University, Vietnam and other Asian locations; has falsely claimed affiliation with Central Washington University[9]
American Pacwest International University[15][26]
American Pacwest International University[15][26]
American School of Metaphysics, New York[13][17]
American School of Metaphysics, New York[13][17]
American State University (a.k.a. Hamilton University and Richardson University), Hawaii, Wyoming, and Caribbean[9][27][28]
American State University (a.k.a. Hamilton University and Richardson University), Hawaii, Wyoming, and Caribbean[9][27][28]
American University for Humanities, formerly American University of Hawaii; US state of Mississippi and nations of India, Lebanon, and Georgia[9]
*American University for Humanities, formerly American University of Hawaii; US state of Mississippi and nations of India, Lebanon, and Georgia[9]
American University in London[29]
American University in London[29]
American University of Hawaii[12][17][30] Gulfport, Mississippi; Clinton, Mississippi; (also reported to be operating in India;[31] not to be confused with the University of Hawaii)
American University of Hawaii[12][17][30] Gulfport, Mississippi; Clinton, Mississippi; (also reported to be operating in India;[31] not to be confused with the University of Hawaii)
American World University[32][35]
American World University[32][35]
Americana University, Liberia,[9] run by the Saint Regis University diploma mill
Americana University, Liberia,[9] run by the Saint Regis University diploma mill
Americus University, Washington, DC
*Americus University, Washington, DC
Ames Christian University, Florida
Ames Christian University, Florida
Amstead University, United States
Amstead University, United States
Anacrusis Institute, Greece and United Kingdom
Anacrusis Institute, Greece and United Kingdom
Andersen University, California[14][15] (not to be confused with institutions named Anderson University)
Andersen University, California[14][15] (not to be confused with institutions named Anderson University)
Andersonville Theological Seminary (formerly Andersonville Baptist Seminary), Camilla, Georgia;[37] ATS website states that it is accredited by Transworld Accrediting Commission, “on the list of Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) Recognized College Programs”, and by the National Accrediting Agency of Private Theological Institutions;[38] none of these organizations are listed as a recognized accreditation agencies in the United States
Andersonville Theological Seminary (formerly Andersonville Baptist Seminary), Camilla, Georgia;[37] ATS website states that it is accredited by Transworld Accrediting Commission, “on the list of Association of Christian Schools *International (ACSI) Recognized College Programs”, and by the National Accrediting Agency of Private Theological Institutions;[38] none of these organizations are listed as a recognized accreditation agencies in the United States
Anglo-American University, Hawaii
Anglo-American University, Hawaii
Apostolic Prophetic Bible College & Theological Seminary, Rochester Hills, Michigan
Apostolic Prophetic Bible College & Theological Seminary, Rochester Hills, Michigan
Arabic Open University, Denmark
Arabic Open University, Denmark
Ashford University, United Kingdom; not to be confused with the accredited Ashford University in Iowa
Ashford University, United Kingdom; not to be confused with the accredited Ashford University in Iowa
Ashington University, British Virgin Islands, Louisiana
*Ashington University, British Virgin Islands, Louisiana
Ashwood University, Florida, Pakistan, and possibly Texas; may operate Universidad de las Palmas”
Ashwood University, Florida, Pakistan, and possibly Texas; may operate Universidad de las Palmas”
Aston University, Nigeria[40] (relationship with Aston University in the UK is not clear)
Aston University, Nigeria[40] (relationship with Aston University in the UK is not clear)
Ateneo di Studi Superiori pro Pace, Italy, Belgium. Operated 1978–1988
*Ateneo di Studi Superiori pro Pace, Italy, Belgium. Operated 1978–1988
Atlanta University, Nigeria[40] (not be confused with University of Atlanta, Clark Atlanta University or the Atlanta University Center)
*Atlanta University, Nigeria[40] (not be confused with University of Atlanta, Clark Atlanta University or the Atlanta University Center)
Atlantic International University, Hawaii (not to be confused with Atlantic University, Virginia)
*Atlantic International University, Hawaii (not to be confused with Atlantic University, Virginia)
Atlantic Pacific University, Chengdu, China
*Atlantic Pacific University, Chengdu, China
Auberdeen University, Idaho
*Auberdeen University, Idaho
Badaganvi Sarkar World Open University Education Society, Gokak, Belgaum, Karnataka, India
*Badaganvi Sarkar World Open University Education Society, Gokak, Belgaum, Karnataka, India
Barber-Scotia College (lost accreditation in 2004)
*Barber-Scotia College (lost accreditation in 2004)
Barrington University, Mobile, Alabama (formerly operated by Virtual Academics. Com of Boca Raton, Florida)
*Barrington University, Mobile, Alabama (formerly operated by Virtual Academics. Com of Boca Raton, Florida)
Bay Ridge Christian College (a.k.a. Bay Ridge College) in Texas. (The school states “we are non-accredited”)
*Bay Ridge Christian College (a.k.a. Bay Ridge College) in Texas. (The school states “we are non-accredited”)
Belford University (operated from a PO Box in Humble, Texas). Not connected with the also unaccredited University of Bedford, linked to University Degree Program, or the legitimate University of Bedfordshire.
*Belford University (operated from a PO Box in Humble, Texas). Not connected with the also unaccredited University of Bedford, linked to University Degree Program, or the legitimate University of Bedfordshire.
Beloved Community Seminary, Oregon, Hawaii[15]
*Beloved Community Seminary, Oregon, Hawaii[15]
Bennington University[15] (not to be confused with Bennington College)
*Bennington University[15] (not to be confused with Bennington College)
Berean Bible College, Poway, California; claims approval from Accrediting Commission International,[47] which is not recognized as an accreditor
*Berean Bible College, Poway, California; claims approval from Accrediting Commission International,[47] which is not recognized as an accreditor
Berne University, Pennsylvania, Virginia, St. Kitts[15] (not to be confused with University of Bern)
*Berne University, Pennsylvania, Virginia, St. Kitts[15] (not to be confused with University of Bern)
Bernelli University, Virginia (United States), Italy; new name for Berne University[7][15]
*Bernelli University, Virginia (United States), Italy; new name for Berne University[7][15]
Bethlehem Christian University, Culpeper, Virginia, a member of Life Christian University[48][49]
*Bethlehem Christian University, Culpeper, Virginia, a member of Life Christian University[48][49]
Bettis Christian University, Arkansas[13][17]
*Bettis Christian University, Arkansas[13][17]
The Bible Doctrine Institute, Jacksonville, Florida; founded in 1986 as The Blue Ridge Bible Institute[50]
*The Bible Doctrine Institute, Jacksonville, Florida; founded in 1986 as The Blue Ridge Bible Institute[50]
Bible University Jefferson City, Missouri[51]
*Bible University Jefferson City, Missouri[51]
Bienville University[15] Woodville, Mississippi; reported closed as of 2007[32]
*Bienville University[15] Woodville, Mississippi; reported closed as of 2007[32]
Bircham International University(formerly Oxford International University)[52]
*Bircham International University(formerly Oxford International University)[52]
Blackpool University[53]
*Blackpool University[53]
Blacksmith University, Nigeria
*Blacksmith University, Nigeria
Brainwells University, United States and Canada, but might be based elsewhere[15]
*Brainwells University, United States and Canada, but might be based elsewhere[15]
Brazilian Law International College (Blic)
*Brazilian Law International College (Blic)
Brethren Bible Institute, Pathanamthitta, India
*Brethren Bible Institute, Pathanamthitta, India
Breyer State University[14][15][18][55]
*Breyer State University[14][15][18][55]
Bridgewater University (associated with instantdegrees.com; not to be confused with Bridgewater College or Bridgewater State University)[56]
*Bridgewater University (associated with instantdegrees.com; not to be confused with Bridgewater College or Bridgewater State University)[56]
Bridgewood University[14]
*Bridgewood University[14]
Britain College of Management and Science[57]
*Britain College of Management and Science[57]
British West Indies Medical College (earlier known as West Indies College of Naturopathic Medicine and Surgery)[58][59]
*British West Indies Medical College (earlier known as West Indies College of Naturopathic Medicine and Surgery)[58][59]
Brixton University, British Columbia[15]
*Brixton University, British Columbia[15]
Brookside University, Barbados[60]
*Brookside University, Barbados[60]
Bronte International University[14][15][61]
*Bronte International University[14][15][61]
Burnell College, United Kingdom[15]
*Burnell College, United Kingdom[15]
Burnett International University, Haiti, St. Kitts[15]
*Burnett International University, Haiti, St. Kitts[15]
Buxton University[13][15] (not to be confused with the University of Derby’s Buxton campus) (connected with instantdegrees.com)
*Buxton University[13][15] (not to be confused with the University of Derby’s Buxton campus) (connected with instantdegrees.com)
Calamus International University (including Calamus Extension College and Vocalist International Distance Learning Academy), Vanuatu (formerly based in Turks and Caicos)[13][62]
*Calamus International University (including Calamus Extension College and Vocalist International Distance Learning Academy), Vanuatu (formerly based in Turks and Caicos)[13][62]
California Graduate School of Theology[63]
California Graduate School of Theology[63]
California University of Business and Technology, no claim of accreditation, only state approval[64]
California University of Business and Technology, no claim of accreditation, only state approval[64]
California Pacific School of Theology, Glendale, California; claims “accreditation” from the Association of Christian Colleges and Theological Schools,[65] but this is not a recognized higher education accreditor in the United States
California Pacific School of Theology, Glendale, California; claims “accreditation” from the Association of Christian Colleges and Theological Schools,[65] but this is not a recognized higher education accreditor in the United States
California South University, Irvine, California.[66] Address is a single family home.[67] It is a degree mill.[68].
*California South University, Irvine, California.[66] Address is a single family home.[67] It is a degree mill.[68].
Calvary Baptist Bible College, King, North Carolina[69]
Calvary Baptist Bible College, King, North Carolina[69]
Calvary Chapel Bible College, Murrieta, California (This institution’s website states: “We are not accredited, nor are we seeking accreditation, so as to be free from outside control and remain open to the leading of the Holy Spirit.”)
*Calvary Chapel Bible College, Murrieta, California (This institution’s website states: “We are not accredited, nor are we seeking accreditation, so as to be free from outside control and remain open to the leading of the Holy Spirit.”)
Cal Southern University, Houston, Texas, and registered in the South Pacific island of Niue[12][15] (not to be confused with the University of Southern California in Los Angeles, California, California Southern University in Irvine, California, or California Southern Law School in Riverside, California)
Cal Southern University, Houston, Texas, and registered in the South Pacific island of Niue[12][15] (not to be confused with the University of Southern California in Los Angeles, California, California Southern University in *Irvine, California, or California Southern Law School in Riverside, California)
California Takshila University, San Jose, California[71]
*California Takshila University, San Jose, California[71]
Calvary University, Virginia (US); not to be confused with the accredited Calvary University in Kansas City, Missouri, formerly known as Calvary Bible College. Also reported in Oregon, UK, Netherlands, and other countries[15]
*Calvary University, Virginia (US); not to be confused with the accredited Calvary University in Kansas City, Missouri, formerly known as Calvary Bible College. Also reported in Oregon, UK, Netherlands, and other countries[15]
Cambridge Graduate University[72]
Cambridge Graduate University[72]
Cambridge International University, Cape Town, South Africa; Arizona, US[7][15]
*Cambridge International University, Cape Town, South Africa; Arizona, US[7][15]
Cambridge State University, Jackson, Mississippi (“district officials discovered the school has an extensive criminal history and is nothing more than a diploma mill.”)[32][73]
Cambridge State University, Jackson, Mississippi (“district officials discovered the school has an extensive criminal history and is nothing more than a diploma mill.”)[32][73]
Canadian School of Management[15]
*Canadian School of Management[15]
Canbourne University[14][15] (not to be confused with Camborne School of Mines)
Canbourne University[14][15] (not to be confused with Camborne School of Mines)
Canby Bible College, Canby, Oregon, formerly Leadership Training Institute (Oregon’s Office of Degree Authorization lists this institution as “unaccredited religious exempt school”)[74]
Canby Bible College, Canby, Oregon, formerly Leadership Training Institute (Oregon’s Office of Degree Authorization lists this institution as “unaccredited religious exempt school”)[74]
Canterbury University, Seychelles[14][15][75][76]
*Canterbury University, Seychelles[14][15][75][76]
Canyon College[13][77][78]
Canyon College[13][77][78]
Capital City Religious Institute, Baton Rouge, Louisiana[13]
*Capital City Religious Institute, Baton Rouge, Louisiana[13]
Capitol University[14]
*Capitol University[14]
Carlingford University, scam run by a prison inmate in Wisconsin; shut down in 2010;[79] the name used to be identified with an address in London, and with the University Degree Program[80]
*Carlingford University, scam run by a prison inmate in Wisconsin; shut down in 2010;[79] the name used to be identified with an address in London, and with the University Degree Program[80]
Carlton College, Hong Kong; offer online bachelor and master courses. [81]
Carlton College, Hong Kong; offer online bachelor and master courses. [81]
Carolina International University, North Charleston, South Carolina[82]
*Carolina International University, North Charleston, South Carolina[82]
Carolina University of Theology, Manassas, Virginia; website states that school is accredited by Accrediting Commission International,[83] but notes “This accreditation is not recognized by the US Dept. of Education. It is our intention in the months ahead to pursue a full accredited status with an agency recognized by the US Dept. of Education … a lengthy process”[84])[13][17] This note was on the CUT FAQ in 2006, and remained unchanged in March 2017.
Carolina University of Theology, Manassas, Virginia; website states that school is accredited by Accrediting Commission International,[83] but notes “This accreditation is not recognized by the US Dept. of Education. It is our intention in the months ahead to pursue a full accredited status with an agency recognized by the US Dept. of Education … a lengthy process”[84])[13][17] This note was on the CUT FAQ in 2006, and remained unchanged in March 2017.
Centro di Tecnologia Universitaria Straniera – CE.T.U.S, Italy[7]
*Centro di Tecnologia Universitaria Straniera – CE.T.U.S, Italy[7]
Chadwick University, Alabama[85][86]
*Chadwick University, Alabama[85][86]
Charis Bible College, Colorado Springs, Colorado[87]
Charis Bible College, Colorado Springs, Colorado[87]
Charis School of Divinity, Florida[15]
Charis School of Divinity, Florida[15]
Clarksville School of Theology, Clarksville, Tennessee; shut down in 1982
Clarksville School of Theology, Clarksville, Tennessee; shut down in 1982
Clayton College of Natural Health[92] (same operator as Chadwick University) (in Alabama)
Clayton College of Natural Health[92] (same operator as Chadwick University) (in Alabama)
Clayton Theological Institute, California
*Clayton Theological Institute, California
ClosedCollegeDiploma.com
*ClosedCollegeDiploma.com
Clayton University, Hong Kong, China, San Marino, Nigeria, India[7][15]
*Clayton University, Hong Kong, China, San Marino, Nigeria, India[7][15]
Colonial Academy, Chicago
*Colonial Academy, Chicago
Colton University[14][93]
Colton University[14][93]
Columbia Pacific University[12][15]
Columbia Pacific University[12][15]
Collumbus University, UK or Nigeria[40]
Collumbus University, UK or Nigeria[40]
Commonwealth Open University[12][15][95] (Virgin Islands; not to be confused with Commonwealth Institute)
Commonwealth Open University[12][15][95] (Virgin Islands; not to be confused with Commonwealth Institute)
Communion of Saints Seminary, Oregon[15][17]
*Communion of Saints Seminary, Oregon[15][17]
Concordia College and University Dominica, US[7][13][14][96]
Concordia College and University Dominica, US[7][13][14][96]
Concordia Theologica Institute For Biblical Studies[97]
Concordia Theologica Institute For Biblical Studies[97]
Earlstown University (associated with UDP International)
Earlstown University (associated with UDP International)
Earthnet Institute, Hawaii[12][15]
Earthnet Institute, Hawaii[12][15]
Eastern Caribbean University, Texas; St. Kitts, Virgin Islands[12]
*Eastern Caribbean University, Texas; St. Kitts, Virgin Islands[12]
East Point University[15]
East Point University[15]
Ecole Supérieure Robert de Sorbon, France; also linked to the American Universities Admission Program in Sarasota, Florida, which was sued in 2006 for allegedly using the logo of the American Association of College Registrars and Admissions Officers to deceive prospective students[15][109][110] (The school on its website disputes the allegation of being a diploma mill.)[7][111][112][113]
Ecole Supérieure Robert de Sorbon, France; also linked to the American Universities Admission Program in Sarasota, Florida, which was sued in 2006 for allegedly using the logo of the American Association of College Registrars and Admissions Officers to deceive prospective students[15][109][110] (The school on its website disputes the allegation of being a diploma mill.)[7][111][112][113]
Ellington University
Ellington University
Eternity Bible College[114]
Eternity Bible College[114]
Eurasia Community College, Italy[7]
*Eurasia Community College, Italy[7]
European American University, Dominica[15]
*European American University, Dominica[15]
European Carolus Magnus University, Belgium and possibly other locations in Europe[15]
*European Carolus Magnus University, Belgium and possibly other locations in Europe[15]
European Continental University, United Kingdom, Delaware[15]
European Continental University, United Kingdom, Delaware[15]
European Graduate School, Saas-Fee, Switzerland—reports accreditation in the Republic of Malta as of 2015;[115] unaccredited for use in the United States as of April 2016[116][117]
*European Graduate School, Saas-Fee, Switzerland—reports accreditation in the Republic of Malta as of 2015;[115] unaccredited for use in the United States as of April 2016[116][117]
European Institute of Technology, Italy, San Marino;[7] unconnected with European Institute of Innovation and Technology
European Institute of Technology, Italy, San Marino;[7] unconnected with European Institute of Innovation and Technology
European Management University International, Denmark; also Sweden, US and China[15]
European Management University International, Denmark; also Sweden, US and China[15]
European Open University,[118] not to be confused with the European Open Universities Network at European Association of Distance Teaching Universities
*European Open University,[118] not to be confused with the European Open Universities Network at European Association of Distance Teaching Universities
European Union University, Madrid, Spain (but incorporated in the US state of Iowa)[2]
*European Union University, Madrid, Spain (but incorporated in the US state of Iowa)[2]
European University of Ireland[12][15]
*European University of Ireland[12][15]
Fairfax University
*Fairfax University
Faith School of Theology, says it is accredited by IASBC (which is actually SAABC);[119] SAABC is a fraud[120]
*Faith School of Theology, says it is accredited by IASBC (which is actually SAABC);[119] SAABC is a fraud[120]
Faith Seminary – Salem, formerly Oregon Theological Seminary (Oregon’s Office of Degree Authorization lists this institution as unaccredited religious exempt school)[74]
Faith Seminary – Salem, formerly Oregon Theological Seminary (Oregon’s Office of Degree Authorization lists this institution as unaccredited religious exempt school)[74]
Farington University
Farington University
Full Gospel Christian College, Pontiac, Michigan
Full Gospel Christian College, Pontiac, Michigan
Gandhi Hindi Vidyapith
Gandhi Hindi Vidyapith
Generale University (also called Generale Polytechnic Institute)
*Generale University (also called Generale Polytechnic Institute)
Geo-Metaphysical Institute, New York[13][17]
*Geo-Metaphysical Institute, New York[13][17]
George Wythe University, Cedar City, Utah[127]
George Wythe University, Cedar City, Utah[127]
Georgian International University, Paoli, Pennsylvania
*Georgian International University, Paoli, Pennsylvania
Glencullen University, “A phony ‘Irish university’ is marketing degrees internationally via the Internet. An EL reporter in the US, posing as a prospective student, has been offered an English literature degree from ‘Glencullen University’, without any study, for $960.”[129]
Glencullen University, “A phony ‘Irish university’ is marketing degrees internationally via the Internet. An EL reporter in the US, posing as a prospective student, has been offered an English literature degree from ‘Glencullen University’, without any study, for $960.”[129]
Glendale University (previously called Glenndale University)
*Glendale University (previously called Glenndale University)
Glenford University in Mississippi, reported closed as of 2007[32]
*Glenford University in Mississippi, reported closed as of 2007[32]
Global Church Theological Seminary and Global Church University[13][17]
Global Church Theological Seminary and Global Church University[13][17]
Golden State Baptist College, Santa Clara, California; part of Independent Baptist Bible College Movement, listed in Wikipedia category “unaccredited Christian colleges and universities”[131]
Golden State Baptist College, Santa Clara, California; part of Independent Baptist Bible College Movement, listed in Wikipedia category “unaccredited Christian colleges and universities”[131]
Golden State School of Theology[132] (Stockton, California)
Golden State School of Theology[132] (Stockton, California)
Golden State University (a.k.a. Honolulu University of the Arts, Sciences and Humanities), US, Lebanon[7][32]
*Golden State University (a.k.a. Honolulu University of the Arts, Sciences and Humanities), US, Lebanon[7][32]
Greenwich University,[133] operated on Norfolk Island from 1998 to 2002; unconnected with University of Greenwich, London, England
Greenwich University,[133] operated on Norfolk Island from 1998 to 2002; unconnected with University of Greenwich, London, England
Hamilton University[28] (a.k.a. American State University and Richardson University[28])
Hamilton University[28] (a.k.a. American State University and Richardson University[28])
Honolulu University (a.k.a. Honolulu University of the Arts, Sciences, and Humanities and Golden State University)[7][137]
Honolulu University (a.k.a. Honolulu University of the Arts, Sciences, and Humanities and Golden State University)[7][137]
Houdegbe North American University, Nigeria[40]
Houdegbe North American University, Nigeria[40]
Hubbard College of Administration International, Los Angeles, California[138]
*Hubbard College of Administration International, Los Angeles, California[138]
Huntington Pacific University[13]
*Huntington Pacific University[13]
Hyles-Anderson College and Hyles-Anderson College Seminary, Crown Point, Indiana; part of Independent Baptist Bible College Movement; founder asserted that the college remains unaccredited because the government would “take away our freedom”
Hyles-Anderson College and Hyles-Anderson College Seminary, Crown Point, Indiana; part of Independent Baptist Bible College Movement; founder asserted that the college remains unaccredited because the government would “take away our freedom”
Innovation University of Silicon Valley IUSV claims to be located in California
Innovation University of Silicon Valley IUSV claims to be located in California
Illinois Theological Seminary Online, also named In-Depth Theological Seminary, Independent Theological Seminary and Intercontinental Theological Seminary;[140] the school states: “ITS is not an accredited school with any accreditation board. ITS very much cherishes… the principle of separation between Church and State.”[141]
*Illinois Theological Seminary Online, also named In-Depth Theological Seminary, Independent Theological Seminary and Intercontinental Theological Seminary;[140] the school states: “ITS is not an accredited school with any accreditation board. ITS very much cherishes… the principle of separation between Church and State.”[141]
Indian Institute of Planning and Management, an unaccredited business school based out of India[142]
Indian Institute of Planning and Management, an unaccredited business school based out of India[142]
Indiana Christian University (“Indiana Christian University is approved by the Indiana State Approving Agency for training of veterans and other eligible persons”[143]
Indiana Christian University (“Indiana Christian University is approved by the Indiana State Approving Agency for training of veterans and other eligible persons”[143]
Intercontinental University[96]
Intercontinental University[96]
Intercultural Open University Foundation, global, has had headquarters in the Netherlands, Spain and the US[146][147][148][149]
Intercultural Open University Foundation, global, has had headquarters in the Netherlands, Spain and the US[146][147][148][149]
Interfaith Seminary, formerly Interfaith School of Theology, New Rochelle, New York[150]
*Interfaith Seminary, formerly Interfaith School of Theology, New Rochelle, New York[150]
International American University, California; Nepal[15]
International American University, California; Nepal[15]
International Bible University, Norwalk, California; Carpinteria, California; Hawaii. Also called “E M International Bible University” or “E.M.I. Bible University.”[13][17][151]
International Bible University, Norwalk, California; Carpinteria, California; Hawaii. Also called “E M International Bible University” or “E.M.I. Bible University.”[13][17][151]
International College of Business and Technology ICBT, Mount Lavinia, Mount Lavinia, Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
International College of Business and Technology ICBT, Mount Lavinia, Mount Lavinia, Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
International Management Centres Association (IMCA or IMC Association), Buckingham, UK[152]
*International Management Centres Association (IMCA or IMC Association), Buckingham, UK[152]
International Open University (fka Standford University), US[7]
International Open University (fka Standford University), US[7]
International Seminary, Plymouth, Florida;[13] claims accreditation only from Accrediting Commission International;[153] Alan Contreras, of Oregon’s Office of Degree Authorization, described all schools accredited by ACI as “fake or substandard”[154]
International Seminary, Plymouth, Florida;[13] claims accreditation only from Accrediting Commission International;[153] Alan Contreras, of Oregon’s Office of Degree Authorization, described all schools accredited by ACI as “fake or substandard”[154]
International Theological University, California[17]
*International Theological University, California[17]
The International University, Italy[7]
The International University, Italy[7]
The International University, Missouri or Nigeria[40]
The International University, Missouri or Nigeria[40]
Jacksonville Theological Seminary, Southaven, Mississippi[61]
Jacksonville Theological Seminary, Southaven, Mississippi[61]
Jackson Hole Bible College, Jackson Hole, Wyoming (Offers a one year “Diploma of Biblical Foundations,” not degrees)[164]
Jackson Hole Bible College, Jackson Hole, Wyoming (Offers a one year “Diploma of Biblical Foundations,” not degrees)[164]
Johnson Daves University (or Johnson Davids University), Liberia, British Virgin Islands, United States[9]
*Johnson Daves University (or Johnson Davids University), Liberia, British Virgin Islands, United States[9]
Kansas Christian College, Overland Park, Kansas; its website says it has “pre-membership status” with Association for Biblical Higher Education,” which should not be confused with accreditation[165])
Kansas Christian College, Overland Park, Kansas; its website says it has “pre-membership status” with Association for Biblical Higher Education,” which should not be confused with accreditation[165])
Kennedy-Western University[12][13]
Kennedy-Western University[12][13]
Kensington University, California; Hawaii; closed in 2003 by state action[166][167]
Kensington University, California; Hawaii; closed in 2003 by state action[166][167]
Kent College, Louisiana[15] (not to be confused with Kent College, an independent day and boarding school in the UK)
Kent College, Louisiana[15] (not to be confused with Kent College, an independent day and boarding school in the UK)
Kentucky Christian University, Ashland, Kentucky (not to be confused with Kentucky Christian University in Grayson, Kentucky, which is accredited)[17]
*Kentucky Christian University, Ashland, Kentucky (not to be confused with Kentucky Christian University in Grayson, Kentucky, which is accredited)[17]
Kepler College, Washington (state)[168][169]
Kepler College, Washington (state)[168][169]
Kepler Space University, South Carolina[82]
Kepler Space University, South Carolina[82]
Kingston College, British Columbia; illegal operation closed down October 4, 2006;[126] not to be confused with Kingston College in Kingston upon Thames, Surrey, England
Kingston College, British Columbia; illegal operation closed down October 4, 2006;[126] not to be confused with Kingston College in Kingston upon Thames, Surrey, England
Kingston University[14][170]
*Kingston University[14][170]
Kingsway Bible University (Des Moines, Iowa) (formerly Mid-States Bible College; claims accreditation from International Association of Bible Colleges and Seminaries, which is not a recognized accreditor)[171]
*Kingsway Bible University (Des Moines, Iowa) (formerly Mid-States Bible College; claims accreditation from International Association of Bible Colleges and Seminaries, which is not a recognized accreditor)[171]
Knightsbridge University[14][15]
*Knightsbridge University[14][15]
Knoxville College (lost accreditation in 1996)[17]
Knoxville College (lost accreditation in 1996)[17]
Lacrosse University, reported closed as of 2007[32]
Lacrosse University, reported closed as of 2007[32]
London External Studies, UK or Nigeria[40]
London External Studies, UK or Nigeria[40]
Lorenz University[14]
Lorenz University[14]
Los Angeles University[14]
*Los Angeles University[14]
Louisiana Baptist University (formerly Baptist Christian University)[178][179]
*Louisiana Baptist University (formerly Baptist Christian University)[178][179]
Louisiana Christian University, Lake Charles, Louisiana[17]
*Louisiana Christian University, Lake Charles, Louisiana[17]
Madison University, Gulfport, Mississippi
*Madison University, Gulfport, Mississippi
Maharana Patap Shiksha Niketan Vishwavidyalaya, Pratapgarh, India[41]
Maharana Patap Shiksha Niketan Vishwavidyalaya, Pratapgarh, India[41]
Mahila Gram Vidyapith, Prayag, Allahabad, India[41]
Mahila Gram Vidyapith, Prayag, Allahabad, India[41]
Metro University, Nigeria[40]
Metro University, Nigeria[40]
Miami Christian University, Miami, Florida[13]
Miami Christian University, Miami, Florida[13]
Mid-States Bible College (Des Moines, Iowa) (now Kingsway Bible University)[171]
*Mid-States Bible College (Des Moines, Iowa) (now Kingsway Bible University)[171]
Midtown University, Florida or Panama[183]
Midtown University, Florida or Panama[183]
Miranda International University, Italy[7]
Miranda International University, Italy[7]
MUST University, California;[9][189][190][191] not to be confused with Macau University of Science and Technology, Malaysia University of Science and Technology, Mindanao University of Science and Technology (Philippines), Minghsin University of Science and Technology (Taiwan), Misr University for Science & Technology (Egypt), or other schools with similar names that include “University of Science and Technology”
MUST University, California;[9][189][190][191] not to be confused with Macau University of Science and Technology, Malaysia University of Science and Technology, Mindanao University of Science and Technology (Philippines), Minghsin University of Science and Technology (Taiwan), Misr University for Science & Technology (Egypt), or other schools with similar names that include “University of Science and Technology”
National University of Nigeria
National University of Nigeria
New Age International University, nominally of the Principality of Seborga, a micronation within the borders of Italy; admissions, licensing and certification are controlled by the Institute of Education, Research & Development, Kolkata, India
*New Age International University, nominally of the Principality of Seborga, a micronation within the borders of Italy; admissions, licensing and certification are controlled by the Institute of Education, Research & Development, Kolkata, India
New England State University
New England State University
Newton University, Vancouver, Canada; Hawaii[9]
*Newton University, Vancouver, Canada; Hawaii[9]
New Tribes Bible Institute, Jackson, Michigan; Waukesha, Wisconsin[13][193]
New Tribes Bible Institute, Jackson, Michigan; Waukesha, Wisconsin[13][193]
New West Seminary Oregon City, Oregon; Oregon’s Office of Degree Authorization lists this institution as an unaccredited religious exempt school[74]
New West Seminary Oregon City, Oregon; Oregon’s Office of Degree Authorization lists this institution as an unaccredited religious exempt school[74]
North Lexington University, Massachusetts[9]
North Lexington University, Massachusetts[9]
North Norway University, Norway, Panama, UK[9]
North Norway University, Norway, Panama, UK[9]
Northwestern International University, Ltd., Cyprus, Denmark[9] (not to be confused with other schools named Northwestern University)
*Northwestern International University, Ltd., Cyprus, Denmark[9] (not to be confused with other schools named Northwestern University)
Norway University or University of Norway, Panama or the UK[9]
Norway University or University of Norway, Panama or the UK[9]
Novus University or Novus University International, Diamondhead, Mississippi[9][19][32]
Novus University or Novus University International, Diamondhead, Mississippi[9][19][32]
Oval Bible College, Lawrenceville, Georgia; claims accreditation from American Accrediting Association of Theological Institutions,[198] which is unrecognized
Oval Bible College, Lawrenceville, Georgia; claims accreditation from American Accrediting Association of Theological Institutions,[198] which is unrecognized
Pacific International University, Springfield, Missouri; originally was located in Victoria, Australia[13][17][22]
Pacific International University, Springfield, Missouri; originally was located in Victoria, Australia[13][17][22]
Pacific National University and Theological Institute, Los Angeles, California[13][17]
*Pacific National University and Theological Institute, Los Angeles, California[13][17]
Pacific Southern University[199]
Pacific Southern University[199]
Panworld University, probably Pakistan[200]
Panworld University, probably Pakistan[200]
Pensacola Bible Institute
Pensacola Bible Institute
Phoenix International University Europe
Phoenix International University Europe
Politecnico degli Studi Internazionali, also known as PoliSI or UniPoliSI; Switzerland[203]
*Politecnico degli Studi Internazionali, also known as PoliSI or UniPoliSI; Switzerland[203]
Politecnico di Studi Aziendali ISSEA SA, Switzerland[203][204][205] (operates and operated a series of diploma mills) also known as Unipsa, I.S.S.E.A. Scuola Universitaria Privata a Distanza, Polotecnico di studi aziendali, Polo Tecnico di studi aziendali, C.I.S.M.A.D., Università telematica privata Unisanraffaele Unise (not to be confused with Università telematica San Raffaele), Univolta Università Telematica Privata Alessandro Volta www.univolta.ch, Atena UniTelematica www.uniatena.ch, Università Mons Calpe, American Business School, University Europanamense
Politecnico di Studi Aziendali ISSEA SA, Switzerland[203][204][205] (operates and operated a series of diploma mills) also known as Unipsa, I.S.S.E.A. Scuola Universitaria Privata a Distanza, Polotecnico di studi aziendali, Polo Tecnico di studi aziendali, C.I.S.M.A.D., Università telematica privata Unisanraffaele Unise (not to be confused with Università telematica San Raffaele), Univolta Università Telematica Privata Alessandro Volta www.univolta.ch, Atena UniTelematica www.uniatena.ch, Università Mons Calpe, American Business School, University Europanamense
Portland Bible College Portland, Oregon (Oregon’s Office of Degree Authorization lists this institution as unaccredited religious exempt school)[74]
*Portland Bible College Portland, Oregon (Oregon’s Office of Degree Authorization lists this institution as unaccredited religious exempt school)[74]
Preston University (a.k.a. Fairmount International University)[15][206]
*Preston University (a.k.a. Fairmount International University)[15][206]
Preston University Pakistan
*Preston University Pakistan
Pro Deo State University, New York.[98] Also known as “Universitas Internationalis Studiorum Superiorum Pro Deo” and “Patriarchal Studium Generale Universitas Pro-Deo”.
*Pro Deo State University, New York.[98] Also known as “Universitas Internationalis Studiorum Superiorum Pro Deo” and “Patriarchal Studium Generale Universitas Pro-Deo”.
Promis University of London
*Promis University of London
Queenston University, Utah, Vanuatu, and Australi
*Queenston University, Utah, Vanuatu, and Australi
Raja Arabic University, Nagpur, India[41]
*Raja Arabic University, Nagpur, India[41]
Randford University[14]
*Randford University[14]
Redding University[12][14][15][207][208]
Redding University[12][14][15][207][208]
Regent International University[15][209] (not to be confused with the accredited Regent University in Virginia Beach, Virginia)
Regent International University[15][209] (not to be confused with the accredited Regent University in Virginia Beach, Virginia)
Ridgewood University[14]
Ridgewood University[14]
Rochville University[45][163] (not to be confused with University of La Rochelle, an accredited university in France)
Rochville University[45][163] (not to be confused with University of La Rochelle, an accredited university in France)
Rocklands University[15][210]
*Rocklands University[15][210]
Royal University Izhia, Nigeria[40]
Royal University Izhia, Nigeria[40]
Rushmore University[13][15]
Rushmore University[13][15]
St. Clements University,[12][13][40] called a “degree mill” by the State of Maine,[212] but removed from list after a formal action taken by St. Clements University[17]
St. Clements University,[12][13][40] called a “degree mill” by the State of Maine,[212] but removed from list after a formal action taken by St. Clements University[17]
St. John’s University School of Medicine,[15] Montserrat
St. John’s University School of Medicine,[15] Montserrat
St. John’s University or St. John’s University of Practical Theology, Springfield, Louisiana
*St. John’s University or St. John’s University of Practical Theology, Springfield, Louisiana
Saint Luke School of Medicine, Liberia; California; Ghana
Saint Luke School of Medicine, Liberia; California; Ghana
Saint Martin’s College and Seminary, Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Saint Martin’s College and Seminary, Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
St. Paul’s College & Seminary, Saint Paul, Minnesota
St. Paul’s College & Seminary, Saint Paul, Minnesota
*St. Paul Ottawa College & University, Italy[7]
*St. Paul Ottawa College & University, Italy[7]
St. Regis University, Dominica; Liberia; Washington D.C.; and Washington (closed by court order in June 2005), (not to be confused with Regis University in Denver, which is accredited)
*St. Regis University, Dominica; Liberia; Washington D.C.; and Washington (closed by court order in June 2005), (not to be confused with Regis University in Denver, which is accredited)
Saint Stephen’s Educational Bible College, Los Angeles, California
Saint Stephen’s Educational Bible College, Los Angeles, California
Saint Theresa’s Medical University, St. Kitts[15]
Saint Theresa’s Medical University, St. Kitts[15]
St. Thomas-a-Becket College & University, Canterbury, England[217]
*St. Thomas-a-Becket College & University, Canterbury, England[217]
Saint Wolbodo Seminary, Baltimore, Maryland[218]
*Saint Wolbodo Seminary, Baltimore, Maryland[218]
Samuel Ahmadu University, Nigeria[40]
*Samuel Ahmadu University, Nigeria[40]
Sancta Sophia Seminary, Oklahoma; claims “accreditation” by the Accrediting Commission International for Schools, Colleges, and Theological Seminaries, Inc.,[219] an unrecognized accreditation agency[83]
*Sancta Sophia Seminary, Oklahoma; claims “accreditation” by the Accrediting Commission International for Schools, Colleges, and Theological Seminaries, Inc.,[219] an unrecognized accreditation agency[83]
Selinus University, Italy and Dominica[220]
*Selinus University, Italy and Dominica[220]
Sequoia University, Los Angeles and Oklahoma; closed by court order in 1984[221]
*Sequoia University, Los Angeles and Oklahoma; closed by court order in 1984[221]
Si Tanka University, Eagle Butte, South Dakota[222]
*Si Tanka University, Eagle Butte, South Dakota[222]
*Somerset University[14]
*Somerset University[14]
*Shalom Bible Institute (Describes itself as “We are also not accredited as we do not offer any type of degree programs, just certificates of completion.”[223])
*Shalom Bible Institute (Describes itself as “We are also not accredited as we do not offer any type of degree programs, just certificates of completion.”[223])
*South Asian Institute of Technology and Medicine Malabe, Sri Lanka[224]
*South Asian Institute of Technology and Medicine Malabe, Sri Lanka[224]
South California Polytechnic University, Taiwan[19]
*South California Polytechnic University, Taiwan[19]
South Pacific University[225]
*South Pacific University[225]
Southern Pacific University, Malaysia[14][15]
Southern Pacific University, Malaysia[14][15]
Springfield Christian College and Theological Seminary[226]
Springfield Christian College and Theological Seminary[226]
Stanton University[227]
Stanton University[227]
Strategic Business School, Nigeria[40]
Strategic Business School, Nigeria[40]
Studiorum Universitas Ruggero II, Italy, Gambia, Florida (issues degrees for “Norman Academy”)[8]
*Studiorum Universitas Ruggero II, Italy, Gambia, Florida (issues degrees for “Norman Academy”)[8]
Success Seminary, Oregon[15]
Success Seminary, Oregon[15]
Suffield University; operating illegally in Connecticut[12]
Suffield University; operating illegally in Connecticut[12]
Summit Theological Seminary, Peru, Indiana; its website says it “never has nor will seek accreditation”[228]
Summit Theological Seminary, Peru, Indiana; its website says it “never has nor will seek accreditation”[228]
Summerset University, “Appears to be a new version of the “University Degree Program” cluster supposedly closed by UK and US action. It has no legal authority to issue degrees.”[12][15]
*Summerset University, “Appears to be a new version of the “University Degree Program” cluster supposedly closed by UK and US action. It has no legal authority to issue degrees.”[12][15]
Sunday Adokpela University, Nigeria[40]
*Sunday Adokpela University, Nigeria[40]
Sutherland University
*Sutherland University
Tabernacle Baptist College, in Greenville, South Carolina (“the degrees awarded are neither certified by the State of Virginia nor are they accredited by any organization or regional agency”[229])
*Tabernacle Baptist College, in Greenville, South Carolina (“the degrees awarded are neither certified by the State of Virginia nor are they accredited by any organization or regional agency”[229])
Taiken Wilmington University, Japan[9]
*Taiken Wilmington University, Japan[9]
Tecana University, South America[9]
*Tecana University, South America[9]
Templeton University, Singapore and Nevada[9]
*Templeton University, Singapore and Nevada[9]
*Tennessee Bible College, Cookeville, Tennessee[230]
*Tennessee Bible College, Cookeville, Tennessee[230]
*Tennessee Christian University, Tennessee[13][17]
*Tennessee Christian University, Tennessee[13][17]
Texas Christian Bible University, Crowley, Texas;[12] not to be confused with Texas Christian University
*Texas Christian Bible University, Crowley, Texas;[12] not to be confused with Texas Christian University
Texas Theological University, Texas[13][17]
*Texas Theological University, Texas[13][17]
The University of America, California, Murrieta, CA,[231] registered as a high school with the State of California[232]
*The University of America, California, Murrieta, CA,[231] registered as a high school with the State of California[232]
Therapon University, Saint Thomas, US Virgin Islands (It claims accreditation from American Accrediting Association of Theological Institutions, which it describes as “not recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as one of the seven official regional accrediting agencies. This non-recognition may have some implications that include” that students may not be able to use “its degrees for employment.”[233])
Therapon University, Saint Thomas, US Virgin Islands (It claims accreditation from American Accrediting Association of Theological Institutions, which it describes as “not recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as one of the seven official regional accrediting agencies. This non-recognition may have some implications that include” that students may not be able to use “its degrees for employment.”[233])
Thomas Jefferson Education Foundation, South Dakota[234]
*Thomas Jefferson Education Foundation, South Dakota[234]
Thompson University[32]
Thompson University[32]
Thornewood University, Great Britain[9]
Thornewood University, Great Britain[9]
Thornhill University, United Kingdom[14][15]
*Thornhill University, United Kingdom[14][15]
The Thornwood University, probably in the United Kingdom or the Netherlands[9]
*The Thornwood University, probably in the United Kingdom or the Netherlands[9]
Thunderwood College, Internet only, an admitted spoof website for an unaccredited college which offers instant “degrees” in a variety of subjects[235]
*Thunderwood College, Internet only, an admitted spoof website for an unaccredited college which offers instant “degrees” in a variety of subjects[235]
Tiu International University, UK and Nigeria[40]
Tiu International University, UK and Nigeria[40]
Trafalgar Distance Learning Institute, Calgary and Red Deer, Alberta, Canada[236]
Trafalgar Distance Learning Institute, Calgary and Red Deer, Alberta, Canada[236]
Trident University of Technology, United States, Singapore[7][9]
Trident University of Technology, United States, Singapore[7][9]
Tri-Valley University, Pleasanton, California; raided by United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for allegedly operating as a front for illegal immigration[237][238]
*Tri-Valley University, Pleasanton, California; raided by United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for allegedly operating as a front for illegal immigration[237][238]
Trinity College of the Bible and Theological Seminary, Newburgh, Indiana (“Trinity is currently working towards accreditation with a U.S. Department of Education (USDE) recognized agency for all of its programs.”[239])
Trinity College of the Bible and Theological Seminary, Newburgh, Indiana (“Trinity is currently working towards accreditation with a U.S. Department of Education (USDE) recognized agency for all of its programs.”[239])
Trinity College and University[14][15]
Trinity College and University[14][15]
*Trump University, New York
*Trump University, New York
*Tyndale Theological Seminary, Texas; institution’s website states “Tyndale Theological Seminary & Biblical Institute has no plans to pursue any type of accreditation.”[244] In 1999, Tyndale Theological Seminary was fined for violating a state law that required institutions to have state approval or accreditation to award degrees or use terms such as “college” or “university” in their names. The fine was appealed, and in August 2007 the Texas Supreme Court ruled that Tyndale and other seminaries that offer theological education and award religious degrees can do so without state government approval or accreditation.[245]
*Tyndale Theological Seminary, Texas; institution’s website states “Tyndale Theological Seminary & Biblical Institute has no plans to pursue any type of accreditation.”[244] In 1999, Tyndale Theological Seminary was fined for violating a state law that required institutions to have state approval or accreditation to award degrees or use terms such as “college” or “university” in their names. The fine was appealed, and in August 2007 the Texas Supreme Court ruled that Tyndale and other seminaries that offer theological education and award religious degrees can do so without state government approval or accreditation.[245]
UNESCO University, Nigeria[40]
*UNESCO University, Nigeria
United Christian University, Nigeria[40]
United Christian University, Nigeria[40]
United Nations University, Delhi, India (not to be confused with United Nations University)[41]
*United Nations University, Delhi, India (not to be confused with United Nations University)[41]
United Nigeria University College[40]
*United Nigeria University College[40]
Universal Bible Institute, Birmingham, Alabama[13][17]
*Universal Bible Institute, Birmingham, Alabama[13][17]
Universal University[32][61][94]
*Universal University[32][61][94]
Università Mons Calpe, Gibraltar[7]
*Università Mons Calpe, Gibraltar[7]
Università Popolare degli Studi di Milano (not to be confused with the well-known Università degli Studi di Milano), Milan, Italy. Not recognized as a university by the Italian Ministry of Education.[246] Diplomas are distributed through different websites: www.unipmi.org, www.unimilano.net, www.unipopmi.it, www.unimilano.org
*Università Popolare degli Studi di Milano (not to be confused with the well-known Università degli Studi di Milano), Milan, Italy. Not recognized as a university by the Italian Ministry of Education.[246] Diplomas are distributed through different websites: www.unipmi.org, www.unimilano.net, www.unipopmi.it, www.unimilano.org
Università Popolare San Tommaso D’Aquino, Italy[7]
*Università Popolare San Tommaso D’Aquino, Italy[7]
Universitas Internationalis Studiorum Superiorum “Pro Deo”, United States[7]
*Universitas Internationalis Studiorum Superiorum “Pro Deo”, United States[7]
Universitas Sancti Cyrilli, Malta
*Universitas Sancti Cyrilli, Malta
*Université Européenne Jean Monnet a.i.s.b.l
*Université Européenne Jean Monnet a.i.s.b.l
Université de Wallis, lists addresses in Wallis and Futuna and United Kingdom[15]
*Université de Wallis, lists addresses in Wallis and Futuna and United Kingdom[15]
University Consulting, Inc.[96]
*University Consulting, Inc.[96]
University Degree Program (formerly operated at least 28 different diploma mills in at least five countries)[247]
*University Degree Program (formerly operated at least 28 different diploma mills in at least five countries)[247]
University of Action Learning (UAL)[152]
*University of Action Learning (UAL)[152]
University of Antarctica[248]
*University of Antarctica[248]
University of Applied Sciences & Management, Benin and Nigeria[40]
*University of Applied Sciences & Management, Benin and Nigeria[40]
University of Bedford[14] (not to be confused with the legitimate UK University of Bedfordshire)
*University of Bedford[14] (not to be confused with the legitimate UK University of Bedfordshire)
University of Berkley, Erie County, Pennsylvania
*University of Berkley, Erie County, Pennsylvania
University of Beverly Hills, California
*University of Beverly Hills, California
University of Bums on Seats (satirical)
*University of Bums on Seats (satirical)
University of Central Europe, Pascagoula, Mississippi. Reported closed as of 2007.[32]
*University of Central Europe, Pascagoula, Mississippi. Reported closed as of 2007.[32]
University of Devon
*University of Devon
University of Ecoforum for Peace, Switzerland
University of Ecoforum for Peace, Switzerland
University of Esoterica (Institution website states: “We are not accredited by any state agency, and don’t want to be…due to entanglements and Separation of Church and State.”[254])[13][15][17]
University of Esoterica (Institution website states: “We are not accredited by any state agency, and don’t want to be…due to entanglements and Separation of Church and State.”[254])[13][15][17]
University of the Holy Land, Israel[7][15][17]
*University of the Holy Land, Israel[7][15][17]
University of Humberside (not to be confused with the University of Lincoln, which formerly used this name)[255]
University of Humberside (not to be confused with the University of Lincoln, which formerly used this name)[255]
University of Industry, Nigeria
University of Industry, Nigeria
University of Lamberhurst
*University of Lamberhurst
University of Metaphysical Sciences, California and Minnesota
University of Metaphysical Sciences, California and Minnesota
*University of Metaphysical Studies, New Mexico
*University of Metaphysical Studies, New Mexico
University of Metaphysics, Studio City, California, and Sedona, Arizona. Also called University of Sedona[13][15][17][257]
University of Metaphysics, Studio City, California, and Sedona, Arizona. Also called University of Sedona[13][15][17][257]
University of the Nations[258]
University of the Nations[258]
University of Natural Health, Brandon, Mississippi
*University of Natural Health, Brandon, Mississippi
University of Natural Medicine, New Mexico (no claim or evidence of recognized accreditation for a US school)[259]
University of Natural Medicine, New Mexico (no claim or evidence of recognized accreditation for a US school)[259]
University of North America, Virginia
*University of North America, Virginia
University of Northern Virginia Closed by order of the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia.[265]
University of Northern Virginia Closed by order of the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia.[265]
University of Northern Washington
University of Northern Washington
University of NorthWest
University of NorthWest
University of Santa Monica, also known as Kohenor University
*University of Santa Monica, also known as Kohenor University
University of Sedona, Studio City, California, and Sedona, Arizona. Alternative name for University of Metaphysics[13][15][17][257]
*University of Sedona, Studio City, California, and Sedona, Arizona. Alternative name for University of Metaphysics[13][15][17][257]
Uttar Pradesh Vishwavidyalaya, India
*Uttar Pradesh Vishwavidyalaya, India
Valley University
*Valley University
Vancouver University Worldwide[126]
*Vancouver University Worldwide[126]
Varanaseya Sanskrit Vishwavidyalaya
*Varanaseya Sanskrit Vishwavidyalaya
Vision International University
Vision International University
Volta University College, Ghana and Nigeria
Volta University College, Ghana and Nigeria
*Walesbridge University; California
*Walesbridge University; California
Walker University a.k.a. International Institute of Supplementary Education; Nevada. Website states: “[Doctorates] have not any academic or administrative value”.[271]
Walker University a.k.a. International Institute of Supplementary Education; Nevada. Website states: “[Doctorates] have not any academic or administrative value”.[271]
Warnborough College; Ireland, United Kingdom, and Canyon, Texas
*Warnborough College; Ireland, United Kingdom, and Canyon, Texas
WARP University, Fort Mill, South Carolina
*WARP University, Fort Mill, South Carolina
Warren National University
*Warren National University
Washington American Governors University, Delaware
*Washington American Governors University, Delaware
Washington College and University (not to be confused with authorized institutions using the name Washington; see Washington (disambiguation) § Higher education)
*Washington College and University (not to be confused with authorized institutions using the name Washington; see Washington (disambiguation) § Higher education)
Washington International University, Pennsylvania, British Virgin Islands[7][12] (not to be confused with authorized institutions using the name Washington; see Washington (disambiguation) § Higher education)
*Washington International University, Pennsylvania, British Virgin Islands[7][12] (not to be confused with authorized institutions using the name Washington; see Washington (disambiguation) § Higher education)
Washington School of Theology, Oregon
*Washington School of Theology, Oregon
Washington University (washingtonuniversity.us) (not to be confused with authorized institutions using the name Washington; see Washington (disambiguation) § Higher education)
*Washington University (washingtonuniversity.us) (not to be confused with authorized institutions using the name Washington; see Washington (disambiguation) § Higher education)
West Coast Baptist College, Lancaster, California. Website states: “[I]t is not our intention to [pursue accreditation].”[273]
*West Coast Baptist College, Lancaster, California. Website states: “[I]t is not our intention to [pursue accreditation].”[273]
West Coast University, Italy[7]
*West Coast University, Italy[7]
West Coast University – Panama, Bangladesh
*West Coast University – Panama, Bangladesh
Western Michigan Bible Institute, Muskegon, Michigan
*Western Michigan Bible Institute, Muskegon, Michigan
Western States University, (a.k.a. Western States University for Professional Studies) in Doniphan, MO. (Closed in 2005 while under review by the Missouri Department of Higher Education[275])
*Western States University, (a.k.a. Western States University for Professional Studies) in Doniphan, MO. (Closed in 2005 while under review by the Missouri Department of Higher Education[275])
Western Advanced Central University – also known as WACU or Western Central College, they are associated with Ashford College and claim to be recognized by the ACOHE (Accreditation Council for Online Higher Education).
*Western Advanced Central University – also known as WACU or Western Central College, they are associated with Ashford College and claim to be recognized by the ACOHE (Accreditation Council for Online Higher Education).
Westfield University, related to college-degree-fast.com, not to be confused with Westfield State University in Massachusetts[276]
*Westfield University, related to college-degree-fast.com, not to be confused with Westfield State University in Massachusetts[276]
Westmore College or Westmore University, Singapore
*Westmore College or Westmore University, Singapore
Weston Reserve University, multiple locations, including Seychelles, Kuwait, Canada[15]
*Weston Reserve University, multiple locations, including Seychelles, Kuwait, Canada[15]
Whitton University[14]
*Whitton University[14]
William Carey International University, Pasadena, CA
*William Carey International University, Pasadena, CA
Williamsburg University
*Williamsburg University
Winchester University (not to be confused with University of Winchester)
*Winchester University (not to be confused with University of Winchester)
Wisconsin International University, Florida, Ghana (Wisconsin International University College has National Accreditation Board accreditation in Ghana as a university college affiliated with the University of Ghana and University of Cape Coast), Ukraine and other locations, now using the name Worldwide International University[279]
*Wisconsin International University, Florida, Ghana (Wisconsin International University College has National Accreditation Board accreditation in Ghana as a university college affiliated with the University of Ghana and University of Cape Coast), Ukraine and other locations, now using the name Worldwide International University[279]
Woodfield University (also operates the illicit Woodfield High School), South Carolina[82][280]
*Woodfield University (also operates the illicit Woodfield High School), South Carolina[82][280]
Woolston-Steen Theological Seminary, Washington
*Woolston-Steen Theological Seminary, Washington
Worchester University, Panama
*Worchester University, Panama
World Information Distributed University, a.k.a. Academie Européenne d’Informatisation – AEI Russia; Belgium; Switzerland[7][15][282][283]
*World Information Distributed University, a.k.a. Academie Européenne d’Informatisation – AEI Russia; Belgium; Switzerland[7][15][282][283]
Worldwide International University, new name of Wisconsin International University[279]
*Worldwide International University, new name of Wisconsin International University[279]
*York University, California
*York University, California
*Yorker International University, Italy, South Dakota, New York
*Yorker International University, Italy, South Dakota, New York