History & Mission
May 24, 2023 2026-10-24 7:48History & Mission
Higher Education for a Global Student Body
Anaheim University was established as a unique, innovative and sustainable institution of higher learning to meet the educational needs of a diverse and global student body through academic programs of the highest quality. Dedicated to a student-centered philosophy, Anaheim University makes higher education accessible to qualified students worldwide through both online and on-campus study.
Our Objectives
Anaheim University was designed as a global institution with a multicultural perspective. Seven objectives shape every program we offer.
Academic Excellence
Instruction guided by the expertise of dedicated faculty.
Reliable Technology
New and reliable technologies used throughout our programs.
Learning Resources
Technology-based learning resources for every student.
Access for All
Programs for students who could not otherwise study because of access, cost or work schedule.
Active Learning
An environment where students take an active role in their learning.
Faculty Support
An academic environment where faculty can deliver the highest quality programs.
Continuous Review
Regular course and program assessment to ensure the quality of the curriculum.
Our History
Anaheim University was founded in Orange County, California in 1996 and operates primarily as a distance education institution. “Approval to operate” means the University complies with the state standards set out in the California Education Code and the California Code of Regulations.
Share It Forward
Anaheim University’s vision is a commitment to Share It Forward: to make a positive impact on society and the natural environment through a series of initiatives, doing our part to make the world a better place so that we can all share in the benefits for generations to come. The idea grew from “Pay It Forward,” first described by Benjamin Franklin.
The tradition was started by our own students, who helped new classmates adjust to online learning through student-centered systems, extra learning resources and peer guidance. It made such an impact that the University adopted it, and today Share It Forward guides projects in academic support, community engagement, environmental sustainability and global outreach, changing the world one good turn at a time.
About Anaheim
Celebrating its 170th anniversary in 2027, Anaheim is one of the nation’s premier cities and California’s 10th most populous, 28 miles southeast of Los Angeles in Orange County. It is home to the Disneyland Resort, the Los Angeles Angels, the Anaheim Ducks and the Anaheim Convention Center, the largest on the West Coast, and has sister cities in Mito, Japan and Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain.
