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Accreditation & Membership

Commitment to Quality and Excellence

At American Institute of Extended Studies (AIES), we are committed to maintaining high standards of educational quality, institutional effectiveness, and continuous improvement.

Member of Cognia

We are proud to be a member of Cognia, a U.S.-based, globally recognized organization dedicated to advancing educational excellence through accreditation, assessment, certification, and continuous improvement services. Our membership reflects our commitment to quality education, high academic standards, and continuous institutional improvement.

Accredited by QAHE

We are proud to be accredited by QAHE (International Association for Quality Assurance in Pre-Tertiary and Higher Education), a U.S.-registered international quality assurance and accreditation organization. This accreditation recognizes our commitment to providing quality education, maintaining rigorous academic standards, and fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement throughout our institution.

Articulation Agreement with International American University (IAU)

We are pleased to partner with International American University (IAU) a California-based university, through an articulation agreement that provides pathways for students enrolled in selected programs to continue their education toward a Bachelor’s degree.

Through this agreement, students who successfully complete eligible programs may transfer recognized coursework to IAU and continue their academic journey through flexible study options. Admission to IAU is granted in accordance with the University’s admission requirements, academic policies, and established procedures.

Learn more about the IAU Pathway →

Academic Partnership with Wolkite University

AIES is pleased to establish a new institutional partnership with Wolkite University, a public university in Ethiopia, through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) focused on academic, research, professional, and institutional collaboration.

The partnership provides a framework for collaboration in areas including capacity building, professional development, joint academic and research initiatives, curriculum and program development, staff and student exchange opportunities, technology and digital-sector cooperation, international conferences and events, and resource sharing.

Through this partnership, AIES and Wolkite University aim to create meaningful opportunities for students, faculty, researchers, and professionals while promoting knowledge exchange, academic development, and international engagement.

Read the full partnership announcement →

Virtual Job Simulations with Forage

AIES is pleased to provide students with access to Forage, a global platform offering virtual job simulations developed in collaboration with leading employers.

Through this opportunity, AIES students can explore real-world tasks, gain practical insight into different career paths, and build job-ready skills through self-paced virtual experiences.

This initiative supports AIES’s commitment to connecting academic learning with practical career development and helping students strengthen their professional readiness.

Learn more about Virtual Simulations →

Our Commitment

Through our accreditation and professional affiliations, we continuously evaluate and improve our programs, services, and educational practices to ensure that our learners receive a high-quality educational experience. Our commitment to excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement remains at the core of everything we do.

Quality Education

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Global Network

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Certified Excellence

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Innovative Learning Hubs

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