European-American University™

Is the distance learning program really totally nonresidential?
Yes. The program is totally nonresidential and can be completed entirely from your home environment.

Are mature students accepted to the distance learning program?
Absolutely! European-American University's distance learning program is designed specifically with mature adults in mind. In fact, those below the age of 22 are not normally admitted, though there may be some exceptions. We encourage applications from working adults and from seniors. No matter how old you are, you can still complete a degree with us in your own time and in the way that suits you best.

Does European-American University give credit for "life experience"?
No, European-American University does not give any credit for "life experience". Only properly documented prior learning and credits earned whilst enrolled on the program may count towards a degree award.

How much does the program cost? How long will it take?
Click here for tuition fees. Our mission is to offer an individualized, mentored program at a fraction of the cost of many other universities. The standard program duration may be reduced considerably if you have assessable prior learning to bring to it, such as in a APEL program. Equally, the amount of time and effort you have to give to your studies will be a major factor in determining how long you will take until graduation. These factors will often mean that you can complete your degree in significantly less time than in a traditional program, though there is no difficulty should you need or wish to take longer.

How do I apply? When can I start?
Click here for specific application information. You may start your program at any point in the year.

Is this "virtual learning"? Must I take classes online?
Absolutely not. Although you may choose to take classes online, it is entirely possible to complete the program through home-based correspondence study, through campus-based study that you contract with a learning provider in your area, through continuous assessment in the workplace, or through research - or, as is most common, through a combination of different learning media.

Which degrees are offered?
The degrees of Bachelor, Master and Doctor are all offered in a number of fields. See our Programs page.

Programs in conventional (allopathic) and alternative medicine are not currently offered by the University. The University also restricts program availability in some other licensable fields in situations where the candidate is not already professionally licensed.

Since European-American University is directed by a religious organization, must I accept particular beliefs in order to study successfully on its programs?
No. Although the University was founded and is directed by the Society for Humanistic Potential, a religious society of the Liberal Catholic Apostolic Church, it accepts students of all creeds and none. The University's admissions and other policies specifically do not discriminate on grounds of religious faith and belief. Students at the University become Student Members of SHP for the duration of their studies.

Can I order a class ring and/or academic regalia?
You can order class rings at The Ring Company, which allows full customization of your ring with different stones, metals and text in a full range of sizes. Please note that the University does not supply rings itself and is not affiliated with The Ring Company. Graduates should contact the company (or another of their choice) directly for all enquiries.

If you want to reproduce the University's coat of arms on a ring, please seek permission from the University first. We can supply you with high-quality artwork for use by your chosen designer.

The University has its own scheme of academic regalia. Graduates will be supplied with details enabling them to purchase regalia from he authorized supplier.

Do you issue printed catalogs?
The University makes its own printed catalog available via International Partners only and does not send it by postal mail. Learning centers offering campus-based programs leading to European-American University degrees may well also issue their own printed catalogs describing their programs - you will need to apply to them directly for copies of these. All information regarding the distance learning program and the University as an institution is on this website ready for you to print out if you wish.

Are the standards of European-American University comparable to those applied by traditional on-campus degree programs?
In terms of academic rigor, we believe that our standards are at least as demanding as those of traditional programs, although our intention is to offer a consciously different form of educational experience. The nature of the degree program often means that student-contracted external resources such as subject experts and other institutions will act in effect as scrutineers of the quality of the work presented, with the mentor supervising and harmonizing this process, and the University also contracts with adjunct faculty who themselves have valuable external perspectives to bring to the program. Every single major aspect of the University's academic processes has precedent in the processes of mainstream institutions.

However, the University's program is much more flexible than that of any traditional institution - in terms of being self-designed and self-paced. Therefore, in terms of personal attention and concentration on the particular needs of the student, it far exceeds what is available elsewhere. We believe strongly, and with significant historical precedent in support, that this flexibility is achieved without compromising academic standards, and that being different from traditional institutions does not make us inferior to them.

We have comprehensive policies dedicated to quality assurance viewable here.

Some of your competitors conduct admissions via the telephone or personal interviews. You don't. How come?
The use of telephone and personal interview processes in admissions is usually a cover for high-pressure sales and marketing. We are aware that some of our competitors operate what amount to call centres with admissions counsellors paid on commission. We don't do that. We want you to think carefully about your decision to enrol with us, and to be absolutely sure we are right for you before enrolling. There is no high pressure sales talk because our emphasis is on achieving quality and satisfaction for a select market, not on "pile 'em high" tactics.

Are scholarships and financial aid available?
As an international non-governmental organization, the University does not participate in government-funded aid programs and it cannot offer a general scholarship scheme, although it is actively seeking donors for such a scheme to benefit students from developing countries. Financial aid may be available via employers and private sources of finance such as commercial loan companies. The University does not recommend particular providers of financial aid.

Does it matter if I move house during the program?
Not in the least (but please do let your University Mentor know where you can be contacted). You can complete our program even if your life involves constant travel.

Will you backdate my diploma?
As a matter of principle, the answer is always no. No reputable university will, and we are somewhat surprised that people ask us this. However, if you have completed a degree in which prior learning assessment has taken place, it is correct on employment applications etc to state the date on which you commenced your studies as your study start date, where those studies were subsequently credentialled by us.

Is European-American University accredited?
For information about EAU and quality assurance, visit our accreditation page. The University is a private, independent and self-validating non-governmental organization, and is not accredited by an external body.

Why "European-American University"?
We believe that our educational methods represent the best of both the European and the American educational systems, and that this international focus assists our mission as a global institution. The University's jurisdiction of registration is in the Americas (the Commonwealth of Dominica). We have no operational connection to the United States.

Do you accept transfer credit from other schools?
We accept transfer credit from other schools, always on a case by case basis, without limit to the transfer that is possible within our published limits. However, not all schools award credit responsibly. In such cases, while explicitly not endorsing the school or program concerned, we will generally be open-minded as to allowing the candidate an opportunity to prove themselves in our program through a probationary period.

Do credits from European-American University transfer to other schools?
Relevant decisions concerning the acceptance of European-American University credits by any institution are made at the sole discretion of the receiving institution. European-American University makes no representation whatsoever concerning the transferability of any European-American University credits to any institution.

If you are considering continuing your education at, or transferring to, any institution other than European-American University, you must not assume that credits earned at European-American University will be accepted by the receiving institution without first verifying this independently. An institution's legal or accreditation status does not guarantee that credits earned at that institution will be accepted for transfer by the other institution, and no institution, however illustrious and whatever its accreditation status, can state truthfully that its credits are universally accepted in all situations. You must contact the registrar of the receiving institution to determine which European-American University credits, if any, that institution will accept.

Do you accept international students?
Our program is designed for students anywhere in the world. We will accept students from all countries where our program can be offered legally - please contact us for details of whether our program is currently offered in your country. The language of the program is normally English, though documents in other languages can also be accepted if accompanied by a certified translation into English.

Are your degrees accepted in employment?
This is a decision for the individual employer. We have received positive feedback from employers whom we have consulted, indicating that the personalized nature of our program is welcomed by the business community. With all issues of acceptance, however, you should make your own enquiries to ensure that the degree you intend to pursue will meet your present and future needs.

What is your policy on appearing in directories of programs and schools?
We generally choose not to appear in the standard directories of schools at this time - though sometimes we may be listed without our knowledge or permission. Most directories require payment for inclusion, whether or not they publically admit this, and we do not generally wish to participate in this form of advertising. Other directories do not include private institutions as a matter of policy. We do not authorise others to provide information on our behalf (with the exception of authorised learning centers for the purpose of the programs we validate), and EAU's official websites are the only places where authoritative information from the University may be obtained online. Our News section contains press releases and information updates.

What is your policy on appearing in the Internet Archive?
Along with many other websites, we choose not to appear in the Internet Archive at this time because we do not wish to assign the copyright on our site to third parties and wish to retain control of the material officially representing EAU that appears on the Internet.

Can I ask a question that isn't answered here?
Please feel free to click here to ask us a question, and we will do our best to be helpful.