Licensure & Associations

Birchwood University is licensed by the Florida Commission for Independent Education, Florida Department of Education, License #11386. Additional information regarding this institution may be obtained by contacting the Commission at: 325 West Gaines St., Suite 1414 Tallahassee, FL, 32399-0400; Toll Free telephone number (888) 224-6684 (www.fldoe.org/cie).

Birchwood University has been granted full accreditation by the International Association for Quality Assurance in Pre-Tertiary & Higher Education (QAHE).

QAHE's accreditation underscores Birchwood University's unwavering commitment to delivering an exceptional education that adheres to international standards of excellence and adherence to rigorous quality benchmarks. QAHE, a globally recognized accrediting organization, rigorously assesses educational institutions to ensure they maintain the highest levels of academic integrity, ethical conduct, and professional practices. Birchwood University has met all QAHE's stringent criteria, a testament to its dedication to providing outstanding education to students worldwide.Read More

Birchwood University is a member of the "Florida Association of Postsecondary Schools and Colleges" (FAPSC) and licensed by the Florida Commission for Independent Education, Florida Department of Education, License #11386.

Career Education Colleges and Universities (CECU) is the national association representing the proprietary sector of higher education, encompassing over 1,100 campuses and affiliate members across North America.

CECU supports its members by promoting access, opportunity, and quality education for students pursuing new or enhanced career skills. The association focuses on advocacy, communications, professional development, and research to advance the proprietary higher education sector.

Birchwood University is a proud member of Career Education Colleges and Universities (CECU).

Birchwood University partners with World Education Services (WES) to provide credential evaluation services. Students applying for admission into Birchwood University's academic programs, who hold degrees from institutions outside the United States, can have their academic credentials reviewed by WES.

WES evaluates foreign degrees, and its reports are widely recognized by government agencies, employers, and academic institutions globally. To have your degree evaluated, please visit the WES website: https://www.wes.org/