History of the University

American InterContinental University (AIU) was founded in Europe in 1970 on the premise that universities should transcend the bounds of the traditional, theoretical approach to education by providing students with a curriculum that is designed to prepare them for successful, productive careers. For many years, AIU has offered this innovative approach to education at its campuses in London, established in 1977; and Atlanta-Buckhead, established in 1977.

In 1998, additional campuses were established in Atlanta-Dunwoody and South Florida. AIU Online began in 2001 and was recognized as a separate campus in 2002. In 2003, an additional campus was added in Houston, Texas.

In addition to the AIU campuses, the AIU Study Abroad Program was created in 1989 to serve students of Design, Media and Fashion who had a limited range of study abroad program options. Since then, the popularity and success of the program has resulted in the expansion of career-focused academic journeys to an ever-increasing itinerary of exciting international destinations.

AIU is committed to developing curricula that provide students with career preparation in business, criminal justice, design and media arts, engineering, education, and information technology. The university's success in this endeavor is reflected in the presence of its graduates throughout the international business community, the achievements of its alumni, and the commitment of its faculty.