Alliant International University - San Diego

Alliant International University gets its name from the merger of three legacy institutions: San Francisco Law School founded in 1909, United States International University (USIU) founded in 1927, and the California School of Professional Psychology (CSPP) founded in 1969. In 2001, USIU and CSPP merged, forming Alliant with San Francisco Law School (SFLS) joining in 2010. Education for Professional Practice: Alliant’s educational programs are designed to give students the knowledge, skills and ethical values they need to serve and lead effectively in a variety of professional settings. Alliant graduates are expected to achieve mastery of a body of knowledge and be able to apply that knowledge in professional practice in order to achieve desired and beneficial outcomes. Scholarship: Scholarship in the Alliant context includes the discovery of new knowledge; the discovery of new applications of knowledge to solve practical problems; the integration of knowledge in new ways; and innovation in teaching knowledge and professional competencies.

Why Alliant International University?

Hands-on experience: One of their key beliefs is that students benefit from an education that extends beyond the pages of their textbooks and out into the real world. They provide an educational experience based on a combination of academic theory in the classroom and hands-on experience in the field. This practical integration of theory and practice helps Alliant students become innovative agents of change, solving the real-world issues of today’s diverse, global society.

At Alliant, success is measured not only in terms of the number of degrees awarded and the quantity of academic papers published, but also by the impact students and graduates make in their communities. Their 45,000+ alumni contribute daily to diverse communities around the world.

Alliant students contribute more than 1.2 million hours of community service each year as part of their professional education. Field placements, practicals and internships are often aimed at benefiting undeserved communities, and students frequently engage in projects that address the real-time needs and issues in their surrounding communities. These activities benefit those who need it the most and often serve as a catalyst for their future, professional impact.

Enhanced teaching environment: Alliant was built on a legacy of innovative professional education. Their schools and faculty are pioneers in their fields and prepare each of their students to continue their legacy. Their professors train their students with the expectation that they will one day join them in the top echelon of industry experts - they are training their future colleagues. Campus life: Alliant offers a culturally rich educational experience. Our students are met with a diverse community of faculty, staff, and fellow students; a community that encourages different points of view, bold thought, and taking risks to address community challenges. The current student body at Alliant comes from 49 states and more than 75 countries.

Multicultural and International Competence: Alliant is an inclusive institution committed to serving diverse populations around the world by preparing professionals to work effectively across cultural and national boundaries, by increasing the number of professionals working in underserved areas, and by understanding and responding to the needs of diverse communities. Community Engagement: Alliant’s faculty, students, alumni and staff are dedicated to making a positive difference in the world through professional education and practice.

Alliant International University is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC). We are an equal opportunity employer and educator. The Clinical Psychology PhD and PsyD programs offered on the Fresno, Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Diego and San Francisco campuses are individually accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA). The Marriage and Family Therapy Master's and Doctoral Programs at Alliant are accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education (COAMFTE). The Teaching Credential Programs offered by the California School of Education are approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. San Francisco Law School, and its branch campus San Diego Law School, are accredited by the State Bar of California, Committee of Bar Examiners. All programs offered through the California School of Management and Leadership (CSML) are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).

Admission requirements vary from program to program. Kindly contact our admission counsellor for more information!