Independence University — Online Branch Campus
Founded in 1978 as California College for Health Sciences and now known as Independence University, our institution has dedicated itself for more than 30 years to providing distance education to working adults. Specializing from the start in allied health programs, IU early on made its mark in areas such as respiratory care education, becoming the first institution to offer accredited respiratory care programs at a distance. Throughout its history, IU has also reached beyond the barriers of traditional on-campus education to offer programs not only to working adults across the United States but also to those serving in the military and to international students living in the U.S.
In 2005, CCHS became Independence University, a name that more accurately reflects the institution's broader range of programs and its philosophy that education should lead to greater independence. Today, IU is comprised of three colleges: the College of Health Sciences, the College of Business, and the College of Education.
In 2010, Independence University merged with its affiliated institution, Stevens-Henager College, becoming a branch of Stevens-Henager's main campus in Ogden/West Haven, Utah. The main campus is located at 1890 South 1350 West, West Haven, UT 84401.
What is online distance education?
Online distance education offers you many of the same programs, textbooks, and services as a campus-based university, but everything is at your fingertips 24/7—at home, at work, while traveling, or while serving in the military. All of your courses and services are just a click away.
- Faculty and staff are available. No "office hours" or rigid class schedules to deal with. Faculty members are available five days a week.
- Online services, 24/7. Our user friendly website provides you access to student services, tests, registration materials, etc.
- Communication tools. Talk with instructors one-on-one through email and chat.
- Study materials available 24/7. An online course syllabus offering learning objectives, assignments, self-tests and exams.
You are never alone.
You study independently, but you are never alone. You have access to online services, qualified instructors, and a student advisor. Many students team up as study partners with other willing students in their area or online. Then you can study together, providing mutual motivation and support.
Partnerships and Affiliations
