Coleman University
Encyclopedia
Coleman University is a private, non-profit institution, centered in Information Technology
education with campuses located in San Diego and San Marcos
, California
. Coleman has a technology-based curriculum with undergraduate, graduate
, and distance education
academic programs. Coleman University is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools
(ACICS). However, Coleman University is not accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges
(WASC), so credit units will generally not be accepted for transfer to other regionally accredited Colleges and Universities.
1967- The College became authorized to award degrees by the State of California.
1969- Renamed Coleman College. 1972- The College became a non-profit educational institute. 1979 – Coleman created the Department of Computer Technology. This program lead to a certificate in Computer Electronics Technology and served as the core of the associate and bachelor’s degree programs. 1982 – a Master of Science
degree in Information Systems
was developed.
1986 – the San Marcos
campus was opened to serve growing populations in the northern part of San Diego County.
1994 – Coleman developed an interdisciplinary program in computer applications and networks in the Office Automation Systems Department.
1996 – the Computer Applications and Networks Department replaced Office Automation Systems. The Computer Applications and Networks curriculum provided training in local area networks and client-server applications.
1996 – the Computer Electronics Technology program was redesigned renamed Computer Engineering Technology. Subsequently, the program evolved and was renamed Computer Network Technology. This program eventually merged with the Computer Applications and Network program and became known as the Computer Networks program.
2002 – Coleman launched a Computer Graphic Design program.
2003 – Coleman introduced a Master of Science
degree program in Business and Technology Management.
2008 – during the Coleman College celebration of its 45th anniversary, the transition to Coleman University was announced.
2009 – Coleman introduced a Master of Business Administration
program.
Game Programming Development & Design
Network Security Program
Source: http://www.coleman.edu/_files/pdf/2010-2011_Coleman_Catalog.pdf
Information technology
Information technology is the acquisition, processing, storage and dissemination of vocal, pictorial, textual and numerical information by a microelectronics-based combination of computing and telecommunications...
education with campuses located in San Diego and San Marcos
San Marcos, California
San Marcos is a suburb of San Diego in the North County section of San Diego County, California. As of the 2010 census, the city had a total population of 83,781. Outside the San Diego region, it is best known as the home of California State University, San Marcos...
, California
California
California is a state located on the West Coast of the United States. It is by far the most populous U.S. state, and the third-largest by land area...
. Coleman has a technology-based curriculum with undergraduate, graduate
Graduate school
A graduate school is a school that awards advanced academic degrees with the general requirement that students must have earned a previous undergraduate degree...
, and distance education
Distance education
Distance education or distance learning is a field of education that focuses on teaching methods and technology with the aim of delivering teaching, often on an individual basis, to students who are not physically present in a traditional educational setting such as a classroom...
academic programs. Coleman University is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools
Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools
The Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools is a non-profit education corporation recognized by both the United States Secretary of Education and Council for Higher Education Accreditation as an independent and autonomous national accrediting body that accredits institutions of...
(ACICS). However, Coleman University is not accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges
Western Association of Schools and Colleges
The Western Association of Schools and Colleges is one of six official academic bodies responsible for the accreditation of public and private universities, colleges, secondary and elementary schools in the United States and foreign institutions of American origin. The Western Association of...
(WASC), so credit units will generally not be accepted for transfer to other regionally accredited Colleges and Universities.
Background and timeline
Coleman University (originally Automation Institute of San Diego) was founded on November 13th, 1963, by Dr. Coleman Furr. Coleman established a general education department offering courses emphasizing English and communication, mathematics, social sciences, humanities, and management. Intermediate and advanced technology courses were also offered. In addition, Coleman implemented its unique “inverted curriculum”, where students concentrate on major course work before pursuing general education.1967- The College became authorized to award degrees by the State of California.
1969- Renamed Coleman College. 1972- The College became a non-profit educational institute. 1979 – Coleman created the Department of Computer Technology. This program lead to a certificate in Computer Electronics Technology and served as the core of the associate and bachelor’s degree programs. 1982 – a Master of Science
Master of Science
A Master of Science is a postgraduate academic master's degree awarded by universities in many countries. The degree is typically studied for in the sciences including the social sciences.-Brazil, Argentina and Uruguay:...
degree in Information Systems
Information systems
Information Systems is an academic/professional discipline bridging the business field and the well-defined computer science field that is evolving toward a new scientific area of study...
was developed.
1986 – the San Marcos
San Marcos, California
San Marcos is a suburb of San Diego in the North County section of San Diego County, California. As of the 2010 census, the city had a total population of 83,781. Outside the San Diego region, it is best known as the home of California State University, San Marcos...
campus was opened to serve growing populations in the northern part of San Diego County.
1994 – Coleman developed an interdisciplinary program in computer applications and networks in the Office Automation Systems Department.
1996 – the Computer Applications and Networks Department replaced Office Automation Systems. The Computer Applications and Networks curriculum provided training in local area networks and client-server applications.
1996 – the Computer Electronics Technology program was redesigned renamed Computer Engineering Technology. Subsequently, the program evolved and was renamed Computer Network Technology. This program eventually merged with the Computer Applications and Network program and became known as the Computer Networks program.
2002 – Coleman launched a Computer Graphic Design program.
2003 – Coleman introduced a Master of Science
Master of Science
A Master of Science is a postgraduate academic master's degree awarded by universities in many countries. The degree is typically studied for in the sciences including the social sciences.-Brazil, Argentina and Uruguay:...
degree program in Business and Technology Management.
2008 – during the Coleman College celebration of its 45th anniversary, the transition to Coleman University was announced.
2009 – Coleman introduced a Master of Business Administration
Master of Business Administration
The Master of Business Administration is a :master's degree in business administration, which attracts people from a wide range of academic disciplines. The MBA designation originated in the United States, emerging from the late 19th century as the country industrialized and companies sought out...
program.
College of Graphic Design
Web Media Design Program- Associate of Science Degree – Bachelor of Science Degree
College of Information Sciences
Computer Information Systems Program- Associate of Science Degree – Bachelor of Science Degree
Game Programming Development & Design
- Associate of Science Degree
College of Networking Technology
Computer Networks Program- Associate of Science Degree – Bachelor of Science Degree
Network Security Program
- Bachelor of Science Degree
College of Graduate Studies
- Master of Science Information Systems Management (MSISM)
- Master in Business and Technology Management (MSBTM)
- Master in Business Administration (MBA)
College of Graphic Design
| Type | Program | Units | Price/Unit | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate of Science | Graphic Design | 108 | $325 | $35,100 |
| Bachelor of Science | Graphic Design | 180 | $325 | $58,500 |
College of Information Sciences
| Type | Program | Units | Price/Unit | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate of Science | Computer Information Systems | 72 | $325 | $23,400 |
| Associate of Science | Game Programming Development and Design | 108 | $325 | $58,500 |
| Bachelor of Science | Computer Information Systems | 180 | $325 | $58,500 |
College of Computer Networks
| Type | Program | Units | Price/Unit | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate of Science | Computer Networks | 108 | $325 | $35,100 |
| Bachelor of Science | Computer Networks | 180 | $325 | $58,500 |
| Bachelor of Science | Network Security | 180 | $325 | $58,500 |
College of Graduate Studies
| Type | Program | Units | Price/Unit | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Business | Master of Business Administration | 65 | $385 | $25,025 |
| Master of Science | Information Systems Management | 65 | $385 | $25,025 |
| Master of Science | Business & Technology Mgmt. | 60 | $385 | $23,100 |
Source: http://www.coleman.edu/_files/pdf/2010-2011_Coleman_Catalog.pdf
Accreditation
Coleman University is accredited to offer degrees through the master’s degree by the Accrediting Council of Independent Colleges and Schools (750 First Street N.E., Suite 980, Washington, DC 20002-4241) and authorized by the State of California under EC Section 94750 to award accredited degrees. Coleman is approved for veteran training and authorized under federal law to enroll non-immigrant alien students.Affiliations
- American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers
- California Chamber of CommerceCalifornia Chamber of CommerceThe California Chamber of Commerce is the largest broad-based special interest group in California. Membership represents one-quarter of the private sector jobs in California and includes firms of all sizes and companies from every industry within the state. The CalChamber provides products and...
- California Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators
- Career College Association
- National Association of Foreign Student Advisors
- National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators
- Pacific Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers
- Professional International Educators Roundtable
- San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce
- San Marcos Chamber of Commerce
- TEC – Chief Executives Working Together