General Information

Mission and Post University History and Overview

Mission Statement

The mission of Post University is to provide students with the knowledge, personal skills, and experiences required to become leaders in their chosen careers. We prepare students to become confident, competent, and competitive participants in the global marketplace.

Post University History and Overview

Post University prides itself on its continuous history of offering quality educational programs since its founding in 1890. The 58-acre campus in Waterbury, Connecticut consists of 273,400 square feet of facilities including fourteen buildings, four of which house nineteen instructional classrooms. The campus and surrounding community offer a scenic, friendly, and innovative learning environment for students. The central location of the campus provides easy access to many of the major cultural centers in the northeast. The campus is 90 minutes from New York City and two hours from Boston. Amtrak and Bradley International Airport are near the campus and offer quick and convenient transportation options.

In 2018, Post University leased and renovated the 53,000-square-feet historic Howland Hughes building in downtown Waterbury. This facility, with space for future growth, is home for associates who work in academic advising and financial aid for our online student services division. The building is a mix of the latest technology that blends contemporary functionality while preserving the heritage of an iconic building.

In the spring of 2021, Post established its fourth school at its campus - American Sentinel College of Nursing & Health Sciences - through the acquisition of American Sentinel University and a related entity, Sentinel U®, which licenses highly innovative simulated healthcare learning experiences to other colleges, universities, and healthcare institutions.  This merger brought together two universities, each with a strong online presence while expanding programs dedicated to nursing and health sciences.  With the merger we now offer an expanded roster of healthcare programming through the doctoral level.  The American Sentinel College of Nursing & Health Sciences proudly joins with Malcolm Baldrige School of Business, School of Arts & Sciences, and John P. Burke School of Public Services and Education in continuing Post University's tradition serving the community by providing quality educational services.  

Students can choose to attend classes on the Main Campus or online, via the Accelerated Degree Program. Students who attend the Main Campus can choose to live in one of six residence halls. The residence halls provide housing for up to 420 students. The newest residence hall, Okinaga Hall, can accommodate up to 146 resident students and consists of four student suites with single rooms. Post University encourages all students to take part in the many social and community activities available.

Specialized facilities include two science laboratories, two art classrooms, one photography classroom, a computer laboratory, a computer classroom, Center for Academic Success, the Rose Traurig Library, the Drubner Athletic and Fitness Center, and the Leever Student Center. Office space is available for administrators, faculty, academic support staff, student government and activities, career services, security, and health services. The online Accelerated Degree Program Division schedules classes on the Main Campus during evenings and weekends. All buildings connect to Post University's local area access network via the latest wireless technology.

The Drubner Athletic and Fitness Center is a two-floor facility with a fully equipped gymnasium, locker room, showers, and sauna. The Drubner Athletic and Fitness Center also has two outdoor tennis courts, two racquetball courts, a universal equipment room, training rooms, and a new cardio-vascular fitness center with a variety of contemporary equipment. The athletic staff has offices on the first floor and on the upper campus next to the athletic fields.

Post University is proud of its vibrant and diverse athletic programs.  These programs consist of 24 varsity sports, 22 of which are NCAA sponsored.  Post University's  football team is part of the Collegiate Sprint Football League which includes Alderson Broaddus University, Army West Point, Caldwell University, Chestnut Hill College, Cornell University, Mansfield University, the US Naval Academy, University of Pennsylvania, and St. Thomas Aquinas College.

Post University prides itself on its innovative programming at the certificate, associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral level degrees. Diverse program offerings in business, human services, nursing and health sciences education, and other areas of study provide students with many educational opportunities. The design of the curriculum provides a career-focused, real-world learning experience in addition to challenging students to learn about themselves and reach their highest potential. The structure of the courses focuses upon hands-on learning and providing opportunities for students to get to know and bond with their instructors and fellow classmates. As a result of its diverse programming, Post University attracts students from a variety of ethnic backgrounds, cultures, geographic locations, and socio-economic levels. Considering our global economy, this diversity not only enriches the learning experience, but also prepares graduates to interact in the global economy and working environments they will encounter throughout their careers.

The design of the Accelerated Degree Program focuses on the needs of the adult learner. Adult learners benefit from the convenience online classes provide, which enables them to achieve their educational goals at the same time balancing work, family, and other responsibilities. Additionally, resident, non-resident, and online students enjoy a variety of student services designed to assist them should they encounter challenges at any point during their education. Tutoring services, academic advisement, personal advisement, financial advisement, and career services are some of the services available to students.

At Post University, you will receive personalized attention from the day you enroll, throughout your career as a student, to graduation. From quality academic programs to recreational activities and student support services, everyone at Post University is committed to your success. We look forward to partnering with you to achieve your academic and career goals, and showing you how Post Makes It Personal®.

Post University offers online Accelerated Degree Programs and evening and weekend program courses at its Waterbury campus and regional location in Wallingford, Connecticut.

Waterbury (Main Campus)
800 Country Club Road
P.O. Box 2540
Waterbury, CT 06708

Wallingford (Instructional Location) Masonicare
22 Masonic Avenue
Wallingford, CT 06492

American Sentinel College of Nursing & Health Sciences at Post University

In March of 2021, American Sentinel University officially merged with Post University to become American Sentinel College of Nursing & Health Sciences at Post University.   American Sentinel College's policies, procedures, academic calendar, and curriculum can be found within a separate catalog. 

Academic Calendar

Please note that the academic calendar is subject to change.

State Licensure and Accreditation  

The State of Connecticut through the Office of Higher Education licenses Post University. The purpose of licensure is to ensure that an institution and its academic programs (traditional classroom and online) comply with the quality standards required to operate in the state. The regulations and standards used by the Connecticut Office of Higher Education can be found at www.ctohe.org. In addition to licensure, the State of Connecticut also ensures through its accreditation process that Post University continues to meet the quality standards established by the state. Accreditation by the state of Connecticut carries with it authorization to award specified degrees.  The Connecticut Office of Higher Education licensure information can be found at: http://www.ctohe.org/HEWeb/CollegesList.asp

Regional Accreditation  

The New England Commission of Higher Education (formally the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc.) accredits Post University.

Accreditation of an institution of higher education by the New England Commission of Higher Education indicates that it meets or exceeds criteria for the assessment of institutional quality periodically applied though a peer review process. An accredited college or university is one which has available the necessary resources to achieve its stated purposes through appropriate educational programs, is substantially doing so, and gives reasonable evidence that it will continue to do so in the foreseeable future. Institutional integrity is also addressed through accreditation.

Accreditation by the New England Commission of Higher Education is not partial, but applies to the institution as a whole. As such, it is not a guarantee of every course or program offered, or the competence of individual graduates. Rather, it provides reasonable assurance about the quality of opportunities available to students who attend the institution.

Inquiries regarding the accreditation status by the New England Commission of Higher Education should be directed to the administrative staff of the institution. Individuals may also contact:

New England Commission of Higher Education
3 Burlington Woods Drive, Suite 100, Burlington, MA 01803-4514
(781) 425 7785
E-Mail: [email protected]

The New England Commission of Higher Education membership page is located at https://www.neche.org/institutions/connecticut-institutions/.

Programmatic Accreditation

Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs    

The following degree programs taught within the Malcolm Baldrige School of Business hold programmatic accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). Since its founding in 1988, Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs is the only business program accrediting agency that offers programmatic accreditation for associate, baccalaureate, and graduate degree programs. Its mission is to promote continuous improvement and recognize excellence for the business programs it programmatically accredits. For more information, visit www.acbsp.org. Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs membership page is located at https://www.acbsp.org/page/our_members.

Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education

The Bachelor of  Science in  Nursing  (RN to BSN)  program  at  Post  University holds programmatic accreditation  by  the  Commission  on  Collegiate  Nursing  Education (CCNE). 

The Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science Nursing, Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science Nursing/Master of Science Nursing, and Master of Science Nursing programs within the American Sentinel College of Nursing & Health Sciences at Post University are programmatically accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education membership page is located at http://directory.ccnecommunity.org/reports/accprog.asp. The Commission can be reached at 655 K Street, NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, (202) 887-6791 or  (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).  Recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education as a specialized professional accreditation agency, the CCNE is an autonomous branch of the American Association of Colleges of Nursing.

Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing

The Doctor of Nursing Practice program with four specializations within the American Sentinel College of Nursing & Health Sciences at Post University is programmatically accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN): 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, GA 30326, (404) 975-5000.

National Association for the Education of Young Children Programmatic Accreditation

The Bachelor of Science in Child Studies program within the John P. Burke School of Public Service and Education holds programmatic accreditation from the Commission on the Accreditation of Early Childhood Higher Education Programs of the National Association for the Education of Young Children, 1313 L Street, NW, Suite 500 Washington, D.C. 20005, (202) 232-8777. The accreditation term for the Bachelor of Science in Child Studies program runs from March 2019 through March 2026.

The Associate of Science in Early Childhood Education program within the John P. Burke School of Public Service and Education holds programmatic accreditation from the Commission on the Accreditation of Early Childhood Higher Education Programs of the National Association for the Education of Young Children, 1313 L Street, NW, Suite 500 Washington, D.C. 20005, (202) 232-8777. The accreditation term for the Associate of Science in Early Childhood Education program runs from March 2019 through March 2026.

The names of associations, agencies, or governmental bodies that accredit, approve, or license Post University and its programs may be accessed at https://post.edu/about/accreditation-and-recognition. This site lists licensure and institutional information as well as other programs that hold programmatic accreditation. If you are unable to locate the information you need from the links above regarding accreditation, approval, or licensing for specific programs, you may contact the appropriate department listed in the Post University Directory. For information about the procedure for obtaining or reviewing documents describing accreditation, approval, or licensing for Post University, and accreditation in general, you may address inquiries to the Chief Regulatory Officer at [email protected].

State Approvals

State Authorization Regarding Online and Distance Education

The following information explains Post University's status regarding offering online education to students outside of Connecticut.  Students located in any state may enroll in all online programming offered by Post University. 

State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA)

Post University is an institutional participant in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA). As a participating institution, it adheres to a common set of standards for offering postsecondary distance education among member states, districts, and territories. The Agreement establishes comparable national standards for the interstate offering of postsecondary distance education courses and programs. Post University continues to monitor developments in the relevant laws in each state. If authorization or licensure is or becomes necessary, Post University will take the necessary steps to gain approval.

NC-SARA Member States, Districts, and Territories

The chart below lists all current participating SARA states, as well as the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Information on SARA states is available at http://nc-sara.org/sara-states-institutions.

Out-of-State Educational/Field Experience

Courses and programs incorporating a "supervised field experience" are covered by SARA provisions.  SARA defines a "supervised field experience" as a learning experience under the oversight of a supervisor, mentor, faculty member or other qualified professional, located in the host state, who has a direct or indirect reporting responsibility to the institution where the student enrolled.  Examples are internships, practica, or field experiences.  

Additional Online Disclosures

Some states require University to provide the following additional information to online students:  

Arkansas: The student should be aware that Post University credits may not transfer.

Maryland: The University is exempt from licensure since it does not maintain physical facilities or offer instructional programs on the ground within the state. Please be aware that, if you live in Maryland and are enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Child Studies, the program meets the education standards for the Connecticut State Department of Education's Early Childhood Teaching Credential and that those anticipating to seek licensure in the state of Maryland should consult with the Maryland State Department of Education to determine licensure requirements and eligibility. Also, due to state regulations, the University offers Maryland residents an amended refund policy. If you are a student in Maryland, please contact student accounts aid at 800.345.2562 for more information about Maryland's refund policy.

Minnesota: The University is exempt from licensure since it does not maintain physical facilities or offer instructional programs on the ground within the state. Please note Minnesota's general education requirements are different from the state of Connecticut. Please contact [email protected] for information on how to satisfy these requirements.

New Mexico: New Mexico Higher Education Department (NMHED) will receive complaints you are unable be resolve through the institution's internal complaint process. To file a complaint with NMHED, you must have already filed with and received a response from the institution that you are complaining against. If you have legitimate reasons preventing you from filing a complaint with the institution, you must provide supporting documentation to that regard. Please visit this website for additional information at https://hed.state.nm.us/students-parents/student-complaints.

North Carolina: North Carolina students seeking licensure are responsible for contacting the following North Carolina organizations for requirements: North Carolina Board of Licensed Professional Counselors (NCBLPC) and North Carolina Substance Abuse Professional Practice Board (NCSAPPB). Licensure in the Human Services field is a professional process that varies from state to state and area of specialization. Post University's Master of Science in Counseling and Human Services allows students to take additional coursework toward licensure eligibility, but it is not a licensure program.

Ohio: The following online degree programs that contain on-ground components to be completed in Ohio have been authorized by the Ohio Board of Regents: Associate of Science in Early Childhood Education, Bachelor of Science in Child Studies, Bachelor of Science in Sport Management, Bachelor of Science in Counseling and Human Services; and Master of Science in Human Services.

Oregon: The University has approval from the Office of Degree Authorization to offer online courses, certificates, and degree programs to students in Oregon and includes approval to place students at appropriate sites in Oregon. Due to state regulations, Post University offers Oregon residents an amended refund policy.

Texas: After exhausting Post's University grievance/complaint process, current, former, and prospective students may initiate a complaint with Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) by sending the required forms either by electronic mail or by mail to the THECB. Information regarding THECB's process can be found at: http://www.thecb.state.tx.us/index.cfm.

To register a complaint in a student's state of residency, please visit our website for a complete listing of state-by-state information at https://post.edu/about/student-satisfaction-and-performance/state-by-state-complaint-process/.

California - Bureau for Postsecondary Education

Post University is registered with the Bureau for Postsecondary Education. 

California Student Tuition Recovery Fund (STRF)

California established the Student Tuition Recovery Fund (STRF) to relieve or mitigate economic loss suffered by a student in an educational program at a qualifying institution who is or was a California resident while enrolled or was enrolled in a residency program, if the student enrolled in the institution, prepaid tuition, and suffered an economic loss.

Unless relieved of the obligation to do so, you must pay the state-imposed assessment for the Fund STRF, or it must be paid on your behalf, if you are a student who is a California resident in an educational program or are enrolled in a residency program and prepay all or part of your tuition.

You are not eligible for protection from the STRF and you do not have to pay the STRF assessment if you are not a California resident or enrolled in a residency program. It is important that you keep copies of your financial aid documents, receipts, or any other information that documents the amount paid to the school. Direct all questions regarding the STRF to the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education, 2535 Capitol Oaks Drive, Suite 400, Sacramento, CA 95833, 916.431.6959 or 888.370.7589.

To be eligible for STRF, you must be a California resident or enrolled in a residency program, prepaid tuition, paid or deemed to have paid the STRF assessment, and suffered an economic loss as a result of any of the following:

1. The institution, a location of the institution, or an educational program offered by the institution was closed or discontinued, and you did not choose to participate in a teach-out plan approved by the Bureau or did not complete a chosen teach-out plan approved by the Bureau.
2. You were enrolled at an institution or a location of the institution within the 120-day period before the closure of the institution or location of the institution, or were enrolled in an educational program within the 120-day period before the program was discontinued.
3. You were enrolled at an institution or a location of the institution more than 120 days before the closure of the institution or location of the institution in an educational program offered by the institution as to which the Bureau determined there was a significant decline in the quality or value of the program more than 120 days before closure.
4. The Bureau orders the institution to pay a refund and it fails to do so.
5. The institution did not pay or reimburse loan proceeds under a federal student loan program as required by law, or has failed to pay or reimburse proceeds received by the institution more than tuition and other costs.
6. You have been awarded restitution, a refund, or other monetary award by an arbitrator or court, based on a violation of this chapter by an institution or representative of an institution, but have been unable to collect the award from the institution.
7. You sought legal counsel resulting in the cancellation of one or more of your student loans and have an invoice for the rendering of services and evidence of the cancellation of the student loan or loans.

To qualify for STRF reimbursement, the application must be received within four (4) years from the date of the action or event that made the student eligible for recovery from STRF. A student whose loan is revived by a loan holder or debt collector after a period of non-collection may, at any time, file a written application for recovery from STRF for the debt that would have otherwise been eligible for recovery. If it has been more than four (4) years since the action or event that made the student eligible, the student must have filed a written application for recovery within the original four (4) year period, unless the period has been extended by another act of law. However, no claim can be paid to any student without a social security number or a taxpayer identification number.

California Student Complaint Process for Online Students

If you are enrolled as an online student living in California, which is not a member SARA  and you have a complaint that cannot be resolved through Post University's internal complaint process, you may file a complaint with the California Department of Consumer Affairs (CADCA). On behalf of California student residents, CADCA will evaluate complaints, identify the appropriate accrediting agency or governmental entity to handle the complaint, and request a response from the entity regarding the final disposition of the complaint. The address and contact information for CADCA are below:

California Department of Consumer Affairs Consumer Information Center
1625 North Market Blvd., Suite N-112
Sacramento, CA 95834

Phone: (833) 942-1120
Email: [email protected]

File a complaint with CDCA

International Students

International students are advised to understand and be apprised of the rules, regulations, and requirements related to online distance education programs in their country of residence.  Students are advised to understand if their countries will recognize the online certificates or degrees and if it they will meet any licensure or certification requirements.  International students are encouraged to contact their admissions representative if they have any questions. 

Professional Credentialing Disclosure Statement

The United States Department of Education (DOE) and National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA) require institutions to disclose to students, for programs specifically designed for certification or licensure, all requirements they must meet to attain the credential.  This requirement applies to both online and in-person programs.  Requirements for credentialing in fields such as accounting, education, and counseling vary from state to state.  Students must contact the credentialing boards in the states in which they intend to work to determine any certification or licensure requirements.  Students relocating during or after their education are responsible for researching the credentialing requirements for the state or territory to which they are moving.  Students are further advised that some states' laws require criminal background checks which could result in being disqualified from testing.  Students with criminal backgrounds are strongly advised to check with their home states for additional information. 

Accounting

The Master of Science in Accounting, which includes a CPA Track, and Certificate in Accounting (Post-Baccalaureate) programs are designed to prepare students to sit for the Uniform Public Certified Accountant Exam.   The requirements to take the Unified Public Certified Accountant Exam and for licensure vary by state and territory.  It is the student's responsibility to review and understand their state or territory's examination and licensure requirements.  Post University is not responsible for ensuring students meet the licensure requirements of the states or territories in which they plan to work after graduation.  For information on licensure requirements, please visit  http://nasba.org/stateboards/ to determine the licensure requirements of the states or territories in which you plan to work after graduation.   Please consult the appropriate state agency to determine the specific requirements for licensure in your state.   Please direct further questions to your Program Chair or Dean.   

*Michigan CPA licensure requirements require coverage of government accounting. The undergraduate accounting curriculum requires students to take either ACC450 Advanced Accounting I OR ACC451 Advanced Accounting II. Students who plan to seek CPA licensure in Michigan should select ACC451 Advanced Accounting II as it meets the Michigan requirement.

**These programs do not meet the curse requirements to sit for the CPA exam in the state of Texas.

Specific Program Disclaimers

All other programs the University offers are not designed to prepare students for licensure or certification.  Students are responsible for contacting the appropriate credentialing agencies in their home states before enrolling in any degree or certificate programs they intend to use for obtaining professional credentialing, to determine whether the programs will meet their home states credentialing requirements.   Other than the accounting programs that are designated above, Post does not confirm whether any other programs meet the requirements for professional licensure inside or outside of Connecticut.  Please direct further questions to your Program Chair or Dean.       

Bachelor of Science in Child Studies

The Bachelor of Science in Child Studies does not prepare students for teacher certification or licensure in any state.   Please direct further questions to the Undergraduate Program Chair or Dean of the John P. Burke School of Public Service and Education. 

Master of Science in Counseling and Human Services

While completion of the Master of Science in Counseling and Human Services degree will not fulfill all the requirements needed for state licensure, some state licensing boards may accept the program as partial fulfillment of the states' licensing requirements. The University does not guarantee its Master of Science in Counseling and Human Services degree meets the requirements for professional licensure in any state or territory. Each state or territory has different requirements for licensure as a counselor or other mental health provider.  Post University will assist students in researching the requirements and provide information from the appropriate licensing agency or board in their state or territory prior to beginning the program. The faculty and staff of the University working with students in the Master of Science in Counseling and Human Services program are available to support and advise students on program requirements, but it is ultimately the responsibility of individual students to be in charge of their own licensure process and to make sure that all requirements are met in obtaining licensure. The University does not speak on behalf of any licensing board or body. Students need to communicate directly with their state licensing boards to determine the full list of requirements necessary for licensure in that state.

Professional Counseling Certificate

Alcohol and Drug Counseling Certificate                                                      

The Professional Counseling Certificate and Alcohol and Drug Counseling certificate programs will not fulfill all requirements needed for licensure.  Some state licensing boards may accept the credits from the programs as partial fulfillment of the credentialing requirements, but the University makes no guarantee.  The University will assist students in researching the requirements and provide information from the appropriate licensing agency or board in their state or territory prior to beginning the program. The faculty and staff will work with students in these certificate programs providing support and advise, but it is ultimately the responsibility of students to be in charge of their own credentialing process and to make sure that all requirements are met.  The University does not speak on behalf of any licensing board or body. Students need to communicate directly with their state licensing boards to determine the full list of requirements necessary for licensure in that state.

Oklahoma

The Oklahoma State Board of Behavioral Health Licensure requires completion of 60 graduate credits to qualify for licensure and has final determination of the acceptability of specific courses.  Students completing the 39-credit Master of Science in Counseling and Human Services degree and the 24 credit Graduate Certificate in Professional Counseling will be considered to have completed the requisite number of credits required to apply for licensure.

Students who are interested in becoming licensed counselors in Connecticut:

1. Should be aware that they will need to complete additional coursework beyond Post University's 39-credit Master of Science in Counseling and Human Services degree to be eligible for state licensure as a counselor in Connecticut.
2. Should be aware that the requirements for licensure change.  As with any state, Post University recommends that students from the state of Connecticut contact the licensing board to accurately determine what requirements are currently needed for state licensure. 

Please direct further questions to your Program Chair or Dean.

North Carolina

North Carolina students seeking licensure are responsible for contacting the following North Carolina organizations for requirements: North Carolina Board of Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselors and North Carolina Substance Abuse Professional Practice Board. Licensure in the Human Services field is a professional process that varies from state to state and area of specialization. The Master of Science in Counseling and Human Services affords students the opportunity to take additional coursework toward licensure eligibility in many states.  Please direct further questions to your Program Chair or Dean. 

Master of Education

Post University's Master of Education program is not a teacher licensure program nor is it specifically designed to prepare students for certification or licensure in any state.  Please check with your state and/or local district to confirm the use of this degree towards any path to certification.   It is the students' responsibility to understand and comply with requirements in the state where they intend to work as an administrator or teacher.  Please direct further questions to your Program Chair or Dean.  

Graduate Certificate in Higher Education Administration
Graduate Certificate in Higher Education Administration is not specifically designed to prepare students for certification or licensure in any state.  Students will develop skills in the areas of adult learning, post-secondary student affairs and services, higher education leadership, and higher education policy.   It is the students' responsibility to understand and comply with requirements in the state where they intend to work as an administrator or teacher.  Please direct further questions to your Program Chair or Dean. 

Graduate Certificate in Learning Design and Technology

Post University's online Graduate Certificate in Learning Design & Technology is not a teacher licensure program nor is it specifically designed to prepare students for certification or licensure in any state.   However, credits earned with this certificate are transferable to the Master of Education degree at Post University.  Post University's Master of Education program is not a teacher licensure program.  Please direct further questions to your Program Chair or Dean. 

Graduate Certificate in Online Teaching

The Graduate Certificate in Online Teaching program is not a teacher licensure program nor is it specifically designed to prepare students for certification or licensure in any state.   Please check with your state and/or local district to confirm the use of this certificate towards any path to certification. It is the students' responsibility to understand and comply with requirements in the state where they intend to work as an administrator or teacher.  Please direct further questions to your Program Chair or Dean. 

Graduate Certificate in Teaching English Language Learners

Certificate in Teaching English Language Learners program is not a teacher licensure program nor is it specifically designed to prepare students for certification or licensure in any state.  Please check with your state and/or local district to confirm the use of this certificate towards any path to certification.  Please direct further questions to your Program Chair or Dean.

Master of Public Administration 

The Master of Public Administration program is not specifically designed to prepare students for certification or licensure in any state. As licensure is a professional process, it is up to each student to fully understand the licensure process, as it varies from state to state and area of specialization.  The faculty and staff in the Master of Public Administration program are here to support and advise students on program requirements, but it is ultimately the responsibility of individual student to be in charge of their own licensure process and to make sure that all requirements are met in obtaining licensure.  Post University does not speak on behalf of any licensing board or body.    It is the students' responsibility to understand and comply with requirements in the state where they intend to work as an administrator or teacher.  Please direct further questions to your Program Chair or Dean. 

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

The Bachelor of Arts in Psychology program is not specifically designed to prepare students for certification or licensure in any state. As licensure is a professional process, it is up to each student to fully understand the licensure process, as it varies from state to state and area of specialization.  The faculty and staff in the Bachelor of Arts in Psychology program are here to support and advise students on program requirements, but it is ultimately the responsibility of individual student to be in charge of their own licensure process and to make sure that all requirements are met in obtaining licensure.  Post University does not speak on behalf of any licensing board or body.    It is the students' responsibility to understand and comply with requirements in the state where they intend to work as an administrator or teacher.  Please direct further questions to your Program Chair or Dean. 

Master of Science in Higher Education

The Master of Science in Higher Education Leadership program is not specifically designed to prepare students for certification or licensure in any state. Students work through coursework designed to prepare them to respond to the challenges faced by professionals in the field of higher education administration. Core coursework explores leadership and change management theory; analysis of demographic trends; assessment and evaluation practices; exploring the delivery of all aspects of student services; and, solving problems of practice. Following the core, students select a four-course concentration in either Student Affairs or Administration. At the end of the program, students will demonstrate mastery of educational research, planning, methodology, and design as they work towards the completion of an action research project in the Capstone courses. It is the students' responsibility to understand and comply with requirements in the state where they intend to work as an administrator or teacher.  Please direct further questions to your Program Chair or Dean. 

Institutional Governance

Post University is an independent, for-profit institution of higher education.

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is responsible for ensuring the management of Post University enhances its effectiveness in accordance with the mission. Members of the Board of Trustees include the following individuals.

Executive Leadership Team

Under the direction of the Chief Executive Officer and President, the Executive Leadership Team oversees strategic planning and the daily oversight of Post University in accordance its mission. The Executive Leadership Team is comprised of seasoned professionals from academics and business who are committed to developing and delivering innovative higher education solutions that not only meet the needs of traditional students, but also address the higher education needs of working professionals looking to complete their education in a fully online format. The Executive Leadership Team includes the following individuals.

Post University Ownership

Since 2004, Post University is a wholly owned subsidiary of Post Education, Inc., a Delaware corp. which includes the following officers.

Andrew Hertzmark, MBA Chairman and CEO

Andrew Hertzmark is a Managing Partner at Generation Partners, which he joined Generation in 2004, and is a Trustee at Post University. Prior to joining Generation in 2004, Mr. Hertzmark was an Associate at Galen Partners, and an Analyst and Associate in the Investment Banking divisions of Dillon, Read & Company, and UBS AG, respectively. Additionally, Mr. Hertzmark worked in the Business Development Group at Pfizer, Inc. as well as the National Economic Council within the Executive Office of the President of the United States. Mr. Hertzmark earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Political Science from the University of Pennsylvania and an MBA from The Wharton School of Business. Mr. Hertzmark served as Chairman of the Board of The Wholesome Wave Foundation for over 10 years and is a former Board Member of The New York League for Early Learning. Mr. Hertzmark is originally from Waterbury, CT.

Louis Marino, Secretary

Louis Marino is a Senior Vice President and the Chief Financial Officer at Generation Partners, which he joined in 2003. Previously, Mr. Marino was a Senior Associate in PricewaterhouseCoopers' Audit and Business Advisory Services group for four years. Mr. Marino earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Boston College and is a Certified Public Accountant in the State of Connecticut. Mr. Marino is a native of Monroe, CT.

Policy of Nondiscrimination

Post University affirms a policy of equal employment opportunity, equal educational opportunity, and nondiscrimination in the provision of educational services to the public. Post University affirms that all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment and the administering of educational programs and related services and benefits do not discrimination on grounds of race, color, creed or religion, sex or sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, status as a veteran, physical or mental disadvantage, or other factors or characteristics, which cannot lawfully be the basis for an decision relating to employment or the delivery of educational programs or services.  

For additional assistance related to civil rights under Title IX, contact:
Office for Civil Rights
U.S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Avenue, SW Washington, DC 20202
1-800-USA-LEARN
TDD 1-800-437-0833
FAX (202) 401-0689
E-mail: [email protected]