The University of Northern Virginia is certified to operate by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV) and is accredited by the American University Accreditation Council (AUAC).

The University of Northern Virginia is authorized by the United States government to enroll non-immigrant students and to provide tuition assistance to veterans and their immediate family. It is also a testing site for the College Board and college level examination programs.

SACS Accreditation is in the process, please check the following page: http://www.sacscoc.org/details.asp?instid=74200

University of Northern Virginia - Prague is a member of American Chamber of Commerce in the Czech Republic since 2006 and is a member of European Council for Business Education since 2008.

Ministry of Education;

University of Northern Virginia (Prague Branch) is also recognized as a foreign university by the Czech government and students of UNVA Prague enjoy the same privileges, under law, as students of other universities in the region.

You may view this government recognition of approved universities here. (Check Page 18)

Universities operating in The Czech Republic that DO NOT appear on the list do not possess the same approval as UNVA, thus students attending these unapproved universities are NOT given the status of students and do not enjoy the many benefits offered to students.

UNVA and GAU Partnership

The University of Northern Virginia and The American University of Cyprus (Girne American University) have extended their agreement to award dual degrees to all graduates of 2009, 2010 and 2011 who wish to have an additional accredited degree. For more information please contact Admission office of UNVA Prague.

GAU Institutional Accreditation and Memberships:

• The University receives local accreditation from The Higher Education Commission of North Cyprus (YODAK) and The Higher Education Commission of Turkey (YOK).
• The University is also recognized in the United Kingdom by the National Recognition Information Centre (NARIC). www.naric.co.uk
• Member of the International Association of Universities (IAU) of UNESCO (http://www.iau-aiu.net)
• Members of the Erasmus Student Network (ESN) www.esn.org
• Member of the Council of International Schools (CIS) www.cois.org
• GAU's programmes are accredited by the Ministries of Education of various countries including the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan and by the equivalent authorities in U.A.E, Oman, Thailand, Iran and is generally recognised in Central Asian countries.
• Accredited members of International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE) www.iacbe.org
• Accredited members of European Council for Business Education (ECBE) www.ecbe.org
• Accreditation in progress: Association for Collegiate Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) www.acbsp.org
• Members of European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD) www.efmd.org
• Management Accredited members of the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and earned the TedQual (Tourism Education Quality) certification www.unwto.org

The Board of Directors has established the mission of UNVA as follows:

“The University of Northern Virginia is a global university offering American higher education worldwide by blending innovative and traditional approaches to teaching and learning. The university serves a diverse student body by providing an accessible and exemplary education.?

-Board Action (Revised September 2008)

The Board of Directors developed a Vision Statement in order to focus the strategic planning process.

We are a student-oriented institution with a global commitment to prepare the career-driven student for near and long-term success, through market responsive programs in leading edge technology and technology-related areas. The UNVA graduate is prepared with the skills and knowledge to meet the challenges of the global community of the future. (Revised 2008)

Long-term success for the university, as well as the establishment of a reputation for quality instruction, is dependent upon curriculum development and outcomes measurement. The university’s ability to attract and retain students, the ability of students to meet business and industry requirements, the satisfaction level of the graduates, and the satisfaction levels of employers become the critical measures for success.

UNVA is dedicated to the challenge of meeting the unique requirements of its students by providing the opportunity for a quality education to students globally. These values are expressed in all phases of the university's operations, ranging from the selection of professors to the design of curricula.

UNVA strives to give the student specialized knowledge in a chosen field; it believes that its primary task is to teach the student not only theoretical concepts but also the scientific method -- the process of discovery, analysis, and application of these concepts. The basic objective is to help students develop the analytical capacity, basic knowledge, and attitude of personal responsibility necessary to function effectively as productive citizens in an interdependent world. The University of Northern Virginia’s institutional goals are outlined as follows:

• To establish academic programs consistent with the mission of the university.
• To offer educational experiences that stimulate a desire for learning.
• To provide programs and services supportive of the academic objectives and relevant to the needs of employers, the economy and good citizenship.
• To provide student support services that adequately address the diverse needs of international students.
• To implement faculty and staff development procedures and programs which will ensure a high quality educational environment.
• To provide students, through the “UNVA Graduate Co-Operative Education Program,?both the educational theory and work experience to better prepare them for successful careers after graduation. To provide a program for international students which will aid them in their career development.
• To maintain a systematic program of worldwide institutional development and research.