University of Phoenix was founded in 1976 and accredited in 1978 and over the years has grown to be the largest private university in the nation for working adults.

University of Phoenix is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association (30 N. LaSalle St., Ste. 2400, Chicago, IL 60602-2504; (800) 621-7440).

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing and the Master of Science in Nursing degree programs are accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC, 61 Broadway, 33rd Floor, New York, NY 10006; (212) 363-5555).

The American Counseling Association accredits the Master of Counseling Program for the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (5999 Stevenson Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22304; (703) 823-9800).