Consumer Disclosures
Required Institutional Disclosures
Federal and state consumer protection regulations require educational institutions to provide clear, accurate disclosures to prospective and current students. The information below reflects our actual institutional status and is provided in the spirit of full transparency.
Important Disclosure — Please Read Before Enrolling
This disclosure is provided in compliance with applicable federal and state consumer protection requirements for educational institutions. Prospective students are encouraged to review this page carefully and contact our admissions office with any questions before making an enrollment decision.
Section 1
Institutional Status
Legal Name: I AM University
Institutional Type: Independent, faith-based educational institution
Current Programmatic Scope: Non-degree educational programs, including certificate courses and continuing education offerings. I AM University does not currently award associate, bachelor, master, or doctoral degrees.
Accreditation Status: I AM University is not currently institutionally accredited by any accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Individual programs are also not programmatically accredited by any recognized specialized accrediting body.
Accreditation Pathway: The institution is actively developing the academic, governance, and compliance infrastructure necessary for future institutional growth and accreditation pathways. Accreditation is a multi-year process, and the institution makes no guarantees regarding the timeline or outcome of future accreditation efforts.
Founding Year: 2024
Operational Jurisdiction: I AM University operates as an online educational institution. Students may enroll regardless of geographic location, subject to any applicable state authorization requirements. The institution does not operate physical campus facilities.
Section 2
Program Limitations & What Students Should Know
No Federal Financial Aid
Because I AM University is not currently accredited by a U.S. Department of Education-recognized accrediting agency, students are not eligible for federal financial aid programs, including Federal Pell Grants, Federal Direct Loans (Stafford Loans, PLUS Loans), Federal Work-Study, or any other Title IV federal student aid programs.
Students seeking to finance their education should not anticipate federal financial aid availability. Private financing, employer tuition assistance, scholarship programs, and personal resources are the available funding mechanisms.
Credit Transfer Is Not Guaranteed
Credits or credentials earned at I AM University are not automatically transferable to other institutions. Because the institution is not regionally or nationally accredited, receiving institutions are under no obligation to accept credits earned here. Transfer decisions are made entirely at the discretion of the receiving institution.
Students who anticipate transferring to another institution should contact that institution directly to determine whether any credits or credentials earned at I AM University would be accepted. We encourage prospective students to make this inquiry before enrollment if transfer credit is a factor in their decision.
No Degree Conferral
I AM University does not currently award academic degrees (associate, bachelor, master, or doctoral). Current programs result in institutional certificates of completion or continuing education credits, which are distinct from degree credentials. Prospective students should not enroll with the expectation of receiving a degree.
Professional Licensure Consideration
Completion of non-degree programs at I AM University does not fulfill the educational requirements for professional licensure in any field. Students pursuing licensed professions (teaching, nursing, counseling, law, etc.) should verify the licensing requirements of their state licensing board independently and should not rely on I AM University programs to satisfy those requirements.
Faith-Based Institutional Identity
I AM University is an explicitly faith-based institution. Our curriculum, community standards, and institutional culture reflect a Christian worldview. Prospective students should review our Statement of Faith and Code of Conduct to ensure alignment with the institution's values before enrolling.
Section 3
State Authorization & Operating Jurisdiction
I AM University is an online educational institution. As a non-degree, non-Title-IV institution, the institution's obligations under state authorization frameworks vary by jurisdiction.
The institution is in the process of evaluating applicable state authorization requirements in states where students reside. Prospective students are advised to contact their state's higher education agency to inquire about the status of any authorization for I AM University to operate in their state.
Students who reside in a state where the institution is not authorized to operate may face limitations on enrollment. We encourage prospective students to contact our admissions office to discuss their specific state of residence before enrolling.
This institution is not currently subject to the U.S. Department of Education's State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA), as SARA participation requires institutional accreditation. The institution will pursue SARA membership as appropriate when accreditation is achieved.
Questions about state authorization? Contact our admissions office at admissions@iamuniversity.us or call +1 (800) 426-8648.
Section 4
Student Complaint Process
I AM University is committed to addressing student complaints and grievances promptly, fairly, and transparently. Students who have unresolved concerns about institutional practices, academic matters, financial transactions, or any other aspect of their experience are encouraged to use the following process.
Informal Resolution
Students should first attempt to resolve the issue informally by contacting the relevant staff member, instructor, or department directly. Many concerns can be addressed at this level.
Formal Written Complaint
If informal resolution fails, students may submit a formal written complaint to support@iamuniversity.us. The institution will acknowledge receipt within 5 business days and provide a written response within 30 days.
Appeal
Students who are unsatisfied with the formal complaint resolution may appeal to institutional leadership within 15 business days of receiving the formal response. The appeal decision is final at the institutional level.
External Complaint Resources
Students who remain unsatisfied after exhausting the internal complaint process may contact the consumer protection division of their state Attorney General's office or the relevant state higher education regulatory agency.
Full details regarding the complaint process, including non-retaliation protections and external complaint resources, are available on our Student Complaint Policy page.
Section 5
Additional Institutional Resources
The following institutional pages provide additional information relevant to prospective and current students.
Accreditation Status
Full details on our current status and accreditation roadmap.
Refund Policy
Enrollment cancellation and refund terms and schedule.
Student Complaint Policy
Formal grievance process and non-retaliation protections.
Privacy Policy
How we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
Tuition & Fees
Complete schedule of program costs and payment options.
Terms of Use
Platform and enrollment terms and conditions.
Questions About These Disclosures?
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