Founded in 1970, Walden University is a leader in student-centered distance education. An accredited graduate institution with a mission for social change, Walden's high academic standards are demonstrated by the dedication of its faculty and staff to programs that help students make a difference in their professions, their organizations and their communities.
Mission
Walden University provides adult learners broad access to the highest quality post-secondary education through a distance-learning environment. Walden's learner-centered programs prepare its graduates to achieve professional excellence and to effect positive social change.
A Diverse and Vibrant Faculty
Walden's faculty members enrich the university's learning community with their range of educational and experiential backgrounds. They are gifted teachers and expert mentors who are recognized in their disciplines. They are committed to Walden's mission of educational access, professional excellence and social change, as well as to its values of quality, integrity and student-centeredness.
Dedicated Students
Walden University's students are mid-career professionals who are dedicated to lifelong learning and professional achievement. Through their exchange of ideas, they share diverse perspectives and form bonds with faculty members and fellow students nationwide.
Accreditation
Walden University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association, www.ncahlc.org; 1-312-263-0456.
Accreditation by the Higher Learning Commission, one of six regional accrediting bodies recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, ensures that the education you receive meets established standards of quality and will be recognized by employers and universities around the world.