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Trident University International is now Trident at American InterContinental University.
About Trident at American InterContinental University
Trident University International was an online university founded in 1998 in Cypress, California, and long popular with military students. It was acquired by Perdoceo Education Corporation and later merged into American InterContinental University (AIU), where it operates as Trident at AIU. AIU is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Trident at AIU offers online bachelor's, master's and doctoral programs in business administration, health sciences, health care management, IT, education and leadership. Its doctoral programs in business and education remain a distinctive part of the catalog.
Programs and Degrees at Trident at American InterContinental University
These are some of the subject areas Trident is known for. Each link lets you compare similar programs at other accredited schools:
- Business: compare online business degrees
- MBA and graduate business: compare online MBA programs
- Healthcare administration: compare healthcare administration programs
- Computer science and IT: compare online computer and IT degrees
- Education and teaching: compare online education degrees
- Doctoral studies: compare online doctoral degrees
Online Learning and Student Support
Trident courses are fully online and follow a learner-centered, case-based model, with frequent start dates. Students can transfer prior credit and military training, and AIU provides advising, tutoring and career services.
Trident Reviews and Guides on Learn.org
Admissions and Getting Started at Trident
Admission requirements at Trident depend on the program and whether you are a first-year, transfer or graduate applicant. First-year applicants typically submit high school transcripts and an application, while adult and transfer students can often apply credits from previous colleges, military training or professional certifications. Learn more about transferring college credits and how to apply to an online college.
Paying for Trident
Students at accredited schools such as Trident may qualify for federal financial aid, including Pell Grants and federal student loans, by filing the FAFSA. Start with our financial aid guides and scholarship resources, and check whether your employer offers tuition reimbursement. Service members, veterans and their families can also review college options for active-duty military and veterans. Always confirm current tuition and fees directly with the school, since prices change each year.
Frequently Asked Questions About Trident
Is Trident accredited?
Yes. Trident at American InterContinental University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). Regional accreditation is the most widely recognized type for transferring credits and applying to graduate school; learn more about regionally accredited online colleges.
How do I request information from Trident?
Use the request information form on this page, or search accredited programs to compare Trident with similar schools before you reach out to admissions.
Is Trident Right for You?
Before you apply, it helps to see how Trident stacks up against other accredited schools. Use the Learn.org degree finder to filter programs by degree level, subject and online availability, then request information from the schools that fit your goals, or browse the best online colleges in Arizona.
