I would like to share with you this incredible news: University of the People has officially received accreditation from the WASC Senior College and University Commission. This achievement places UoPeople alongside world-renowned institutions such as UC Berkeley and Stanford—a testament to our commitment to providing high-quality, accessible, and affordable higher education.
Click here to watch my video announcing the WASC accreditation
Achieving this major milestone is a validation of our mission to democratize education and ensure that students from all walks of life, regardless of financial or geographical barriers, have access to world-class learning opportunities. With WASC accreditation, our students and alumni will now benefit from increased global recognition of their degrees, opening new doors to career growth and further academic pursuits.
I am immensely proud of this achievement and deeply grateful to our incredible faculty, staff, volunteers, students, alumni, and supporters who have been part of this journey. Your dedication has made this moment possible.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for believing in UoPeople and for helping us reshape the future of higher education. Together, we are making a lasting impact on students worldwide.
All my best,
Shai Reshef Founder & President University of the People
The world’s first non-profit, tuition-free, accredited, online university dedicated to opening access to higher education globally.
