Admission to The University
General Admission
AIU is an equal opportunity institution. Graduation from a 4-year college or its equivalent is necessary for enrollment. Students are admitted on the basis of their projected ability to meet academic standards. The university evaluates both objective and subjective data to select its students. The factors that are taken into consideration during the selection process include, but are not limited to: the potential of the candidate to successfully complete the desired program, the candidate’s past academic performance record, and the amount and quality of the candidate’s prior experience and training.
Application Procedure
The university’s application and selection procedures for the MSCS program include the following requirements:
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Delivery of Instructions
AIU will offer three methods of delivery of instructions:
- Hybrid Mode of Instruction: Sometimes referred to as “Blended”, the hybrid mode of delivery combines online instructions and onsite instructions for the class.
- Fully Online Mode of Instruction: Completely online environment and no in person or onsite meetings.
- Fully Onsite Mode of Instruction: Completely onsite environment and all instructions and meetings will be onsite. Onsite class meetings will not be moved into an online meeting.
Hybrid (Blended) Mode of Instruction
The hybrid mode of delivery combines online instructions and onsite instructions for the class. Online instructions are offered via the Moodle Learning Management System (LMS), BigBlueButton conferencing application. For each class, the Academic Dean and the instructor will determine the frequency of each required onsite session, depending on the needs of the instruction. The required onsite instruction will be at least 25% of the length of the session. The Moodle LMS will record the meetings for the students to playback.
Online Instructions
The online instructions are offered through the Moodle LMS and utilizing Moodle’s BigBlueButton as the online conferencing platform. The online instructions are events where the students and instructor uses Moodle’s BigBlueButton to communicate with voice, video, and a multi-user whiteboard. The instructions are recorded for the students to review. Online activities that can occur during the online instructions are in-class workshops or quizzes.
Onsite Instructions
The onsite instructions are face-to-face interactions, with the instructor in the room with the students. The onsite instructions will also be delivered through the Moodle LMS, allowing the instructions to be recorded and reviewed. Midterm and Final exams will be done onsite.
All onsite class sessions are held on AIU campus located at:
2010 Fortune Dr. San Jose, CA 95131
Fully Online Mode of Instruction
The online instructions are offered through the Moodle LMS and utilizing Moodle’s BigBlueButton as the online conferencing platform. The online instructions are events where the students and instructor uses Moodle’s BigBlueButton to communicate with voice, video, and a multi-user whiteboard. The Moodle LMS will record the meeting for the students to replay and review.
Class workshop, quizzes, and exams will use the Moodle BigBlueButton online conferencing platform. The class workshops are done through open-source software applications that can be downloaded free. The Moodle LMS offers different modes of testing, i.e., multiple choice, short answers, True/False, essays, and other types of questions that can be automatically graded. The Moodle LMS allows personalized interaction between the student and teacher with screen sharing. By switching the computer screen between student/teacher mode, the instructor can see the student’s computer screen and see what problems the student is experiencing. The Moodle built-in multi-user whiteboard allows the teacher and student to collaboratively annotate the whiteboard.
Student interpersonal interactions (i.e., peer teaching) is facilitated through Moodle LMS classroom Breakout Rooms. The classroom Breakout Rooms are assigned by the instructor for group assignments and projects, and also allow the instructor to interact with the students in a smaller setting.
Plagiarism and cheating are student activities that are of concern with the Fully Online Mode of Instructions. Students will be reminded of academic integrity and the consequences for academic dishonesty when they take a Fully Online course and before exams. Each class syllabus includes an academic integrity policy statement and, in the school’s academic catalog. The consequence of cheating would be to void the homework or exam and the student will be required to see the Academic Dean. The student will be placed on academic probation and subject to dismissal, for continual violation.
Fully Onsite Mode of Instruction
Completely onsite environment, all instructions and meetings will be onsite. The onsite instructions are offered using the Moodle LMS for recording the meeting for the students to playback. The onsite instructions are events where the students and instructor meet together at the same time to communicate. During the class meetings, there could be online activities, i.e., in-class workshops or quizzes.
All onsite class sessions are held on AIU campus located at:
2010 Fortune Dr. San Jose, CA 95131
Admission Requirements
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American Innovation University operates on a trimester basis that is divided in to
- Spring Trimester – January
- Summer Trimester – May
- Fall Trimester – September
Admission Deadline
- Fall Trimester 2024 – August 30, 2024
- Spring Trimester 2025 – January 03, 2025
- Summer Trimester 2025 – April 25, 2025
Master’s Transfer Requirements
AIU will evaluate graduate academic credit for course equivalences from institutions of higher learning and accredited by agencies recognized by the United States Department of Education. Students must request that transcripts from the accredited institutions in which they have previously attended be sent to the Student Office for evaluation. The procedure for course equivalence is defined in the Evaluation of Transfer Credits. AIU will accept a maximum of 6 credits transferred for the MSCS program. All transfer course work require an overall grade point average of “B-“, 2.7 on a 4.0 scale. Letter grades and GPA are not transferrable.
AIU has not entered into an articulation or transfer agreement with any other college or university. AIU does not currently enroll any students pursuant to a transfer or articulation agreement with another institution, nor does it have any transfer or articulation agreements with other institutions to accept credits from AIU.
Evaluation of Transfer Credits
The evaluation of academic credits will be performed by the Dean or Program Administrator. The Dean will use the syllabi from the transferring institution and the AIU syllabi to determine course equivalency. The Dean or Program Administrator will:
- Compare the course description of the syllabus of the transfer course with the course description of the syllabus of an equivalent course in AIU.
- Allow the maximum of 3 credits for a lecture course.
- Allow a lab course to be transferred only if the lab course has a lecture course that is transferred. The maximum number of credit is 1 for a lab course.
- After course equivalence is determined, only the credit is transferred. The grade from the transferred class is not used in the student’s cumulative GPA.
The student has the option to petition the transfer of credits by meeting with the Dean or Program Administrator during the student’s first trimester at AIU. The student must bring documentation (course syllabus) to support the challenge. After the first trimester AIU will not accept petitions for re-evaluation of the transfer of credits.
Credit for Prior Experiential Learning
AIU does not recognize credit for prior experiential learning.
English Proficiency
Applicants of American Innovation University (AIU) whose native language is not English have to demonstrate an established level of English language proficiency through one of the following tests: the TOEFL® (Test of English as a Foreign Language), the academic format of the IELTS™ (International English Language Testing System), or the TOEIC® (Test of English for International Communication), etc.
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The test must be recent; it should be within two years of the date applying. The original test scores are required to be submitted to AIU by applicants, either in person or by mail.
The following table explains the TOEFL®, IELTSTM, and TOEIC® requirements at AIU. Note that there is no separate essay score on the internet-based TOEFL® as essay scores are included in the writing score. Although the internet-based TOEFL® includes a speaking component, a minimum score on the speaking section is not required.
| Degree | Institutional TOEFL® | Internet- based TOEFL® | IELTSTM | TOEIC® | |
| Master | 525 | 71 | 6.0 | 680 |
Applicants who have not taken the TOEFL®, IELTS™, or TOEIC® test, or those who have not passed the proficiency requirements stated above, will be required to take the TOEFL®, IELTS™, or TOEIC® at Test Centers. AIU does not provide English Language services or offer an English as a Second Language (ESL) program.
International applicants who have earned Bachelor’s or higher degrees from English-speaking accredited institutions in the U.S., United Kingdom, Australia, Canada and New Zealand do not have to submit TOEFL®/IELTS™/TOEIC® scores.
The TOEFL®/IELTS™/TOEIC® requirement may be waived on a case-by-case basis for students who have earned a degree from a foreign institution where the language of instruction was English. Documentation that the school’s language of instruction was English must be provided.
Instructions for Local/Resident Applicants
- Submit the completed application form with attached $75 USD application fee and mail to the Admissions Office.
- Request that one official transcript from each institution attended be sent to the Admissions Office. Applicants should allow those institutions about six weeks to process their request. This material may be sent either separately or with the entire application package. To expedite the application, the admission office recommends that all materials should be sent together.
Instructions for International Applicants
- Same as the instructions for local/resident applicants (above).
- In addition to the instructions for local/resident applicants, international applicants must:
- Submit a Financial Support Statement to the Admissions Office. Recommendation for admission cannot be certified without this information.
- Submit official transcripts of records from all universities attended to the Admissions Office.
- Meet the minimum standards of the English proficiency requirement by taking the TOEFL®/IELTS™/TOEIC®
Notice: AIU does not provide visa services nor does it vouch for the status of students for purposes of a visa. The only language of instruction is English.
Additional Instructions for Applicants Whose Degree is from a Non-US Institution
Applicants must also provide:
- Official certification of degrees and dates awarded, issued in the original language. Academic transcripts of records must have a seal and signature in ink from the institution’s authorized official, such as a registrar. Students holding foreign degrees must make arrangments with AIU administration to have prior credit hours evaluated for equivalency. Contact AIU for further information regarding this process.
- Official documentation of all courses taken and grades received (transcripts of records) from each secondary, undergraduate and postgraduate institution attended. Transcripts of records should be issued in English or must be accompanied by notarized English translations.
Instructions for Submitting English Test Result
Original IELTS™ scores must be submitted by mail or in person to Silicon Valley University. TOEFL®/ TOEIC® scores may be sent directly to American Innovation University (TOEFL®/SAT institution code: 3600) or in person. Information and applications for TOEFL®, IELTS™, or TOEIC® tests may be obtained by contacting:
TOEFL®
Educational Testing Service
P.O. Box 6151
Princeton, NJ 08541-6151
Website: www.ets.org/toefl
Email: TOEFL@ets.org
IELTS™ INTERNATIONAL
825 Colorado Boulevard, Suite 112
Los Angeles, CA 90041
Website: www.ielts.org
Email: IELTS@IELTSintl.org
TOEIC®
TOEIC Service International
TOEIC Testing Program
Educational Testing Service
Rosedale Road
Princeton, NJ 08541 USA
Website: www.ets.org/toeic
Email: TOEIC@ets.org
The Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student will be prepared for and issued to the student after the application and all necessary documents have been received and thoroughly reviewed and the Office of Admissions has made a decision to accept the applicant as an AIU student.
Tuition and Fees
AIU reserves the right to increase or modify any listed fees, and fees are subject to change within one trimester’s notice. All AIU fees are subject to change upon approval by the Board of Trustees.
Tuition for Master’s Program: $425 per credit hour
Estimated Fees |
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| Room/Board/Personal Living Expenses: | $8000 or more per year |
| Textbooks | $350 or more per trimester |
| Health Insurance | $200 or more per trimester |
Other Fees and Expenses |
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| Registration Fee | $75 per trimester |
| Books, Supplies, or Equipment Fee | $200 per trimester |
| Student Association Fee | $50 per trimester |
| Application Fee (Non-refundable) | $75 |
| Deposit for Student Office Support (Non-refundable) | $175 |
| Late Registration | $75 |
| Regular Document Processing Fee | $10 – $25 |
| Urgent Request Fee | $25 |
| Non-Registered Student In-Out Fee | $325 |
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Official Transcript Request |
Pick Up/Domestic Mail – $10 (Each additional copy is $10 extra.) Priority Mail – $25 (Each additional copy is $10 extra.) International Mail – $60 (Each additional copy is $10 extra.) (Mailing costs may be higher depending on destinations.) Additional fee for Express Delivery – $25 |
| Late Payment Fee | $100 |
| Add/Drop Course Fee | $25 |
| Late Add/Drop Course Fee | $50 |
| Changing Major Fee | $50 |
| Graduation Fee | $275 |
| Returned Check Fee (Dependent on bank Fees) | $35 or more |
| Remittance in/out | $50 |
| Deferred Admission | $50 |
| STRF Fee (Non-refundable) | $.50 per every $1000 of institutional charges |
Estimated Total Charges for a Period of Attendance (Trimester) |
MSCS Total: $4700 Tuition: $3825 |
Estimated Total Charges for the Entire Educational Program |
MSCS Total: $19050 Tuition: $15300 |
Notice concerning transferability of credits and credentials earned at American Innovation University
The transferability of credits you earn at AIU is at the complete discretion of an institution to which you may seek to transfer. Acceptance of degree(s) you earn in AIU is also at the complete discretion of the institution to which you may seek to transfer. If the educational program that you earn at this institution is not accepted at the institution to which you seek to transfer, you may be required to repeat some or all of your coursework at that institution. For this reason you should make certain that your attendance at this institution will meet your educational goals. This may include contacting an institution to which you may seek to transfer after attending AIU to determine if your degree(s) will transfer.