Jones International University - Online

What Jones International University - Online does

Jones International University (JIU) is a privately held, accredited online university headquartered in Centennial, Colorado, with an additional campus in Englewood, Colorado, and 251-500 employees. Founded in 1993, JIU was the first fully online university in the U.S. and currently operates six academic colleges (Business and Economics, Communications and Creative Arts, Computer Science, Education, Humanities and Social Science, and Law) delivering undergraduate, master's, doctoral, and PhD programs. Its core technology stack consists of a learning management system, a student/faculty portal at portal.jiue.org, and a proprietary "cyberdome" virtual graduation venue that has been in operation since 2006.

JIU's revenue model is tuition-driven, with per-credit-hour rates ranging from $235 to $435 depending on program level and specialization, plus a $100 one-time registration fee and a recurring $50-per-semester technology fee. Full program pricing spans $9,150 (MBA, 30 credits) to $39,150 (90-credit doctoral programs) and $28,200 for the BBA. The go-to-market combines direct online enrollment through jiue.org with two distinct channels: a military-focused recruitment program (JIU Eagle Program) and a corporate-partner channel through NEW IDEA International Education in China, which delivers O2O smart education access for Chinese students across multiple master's and doctoral programs.

Primary customer segments are working adult learners aged 30-55 pursuing career advancement, U.S. military personnel and veterans (offering reduced tuition and dedicated counseling), and international students — primarily Chinese business professionals and Middle East-region students supported by Gulf HEC and Middle East Ministry accreditations. Named past students span automotive, mining, healthcare, sales consulting, technology, and government employers, though these are alumni outcome citations rather than enterprise customers. JIU has held U.S. regional accreditation via the Higher Learning Commission since 1999 and, between 2015 and 2021, accumulated a portfolio of international accreditations, supporting cross-border credential recognition.

Name

Jones International University - Online

Legal name

Jones International University

Website

https://jiue.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Jones International University (JIU) is a privately held, accredited online university headquartered in Centennial, Colorado, operating six colleges that deliver undergraduate, master's, doctoral, and PhD programs to working adults, U.S. military personnel and veterans, and international students.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Online Higher Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (61131)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Fully Online Universities (Online-First, Degree-Granting) (EDAHALAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Online International & Cross-Border Universities (Global/Transnational Providers) (EDAHALAL)

Keywords

• Online higher education
• Distance learning
• Graduate degree programs
• Undergraduate degree programs
• Doctoral programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Centennial

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition - Per Credit Hour: Revenue generated from tuition charges based on credit hours per program. Programs range from 30 to 120 credit hours with varying per-credit rates from $235 to $435 depending on degree level and program.
2. Registration Fees: One-time registration fee of $100 charged to new students
3. Technology Fees: Semester-based technology fee of $50 per semester for learning platform access and digital resources

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Jones International University is an online university that delivers fully-online undergraduate, master's, and doctoral degree programs across six colleges (Business and Economics, Communications and Creative Arts, Computer Science, Education, Humanities and Social Science, and Law). Programs are accessed via a learning management system and student portal that support asynchronous weekly-module coursework with no set login times, supplemented by a virtual graduation venue ("cyberdome"), a dedicated military support program (JIU Eagle), and an Individual Course Program for transferable single-course enrollment.

Product overview

Jones International University (JIU) is an online university organized into six academic colleges offering a comprehensive portfolio of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs. The six colleges are: College of Business and Economics, College of Communications & Creative Arts, College of Computer Science, College of Education, College of Humanities and Social Science, and College of Law. The university offers online programs (100% online delivery with no set login times) as well as campus programs at its Englewood location. Key programs include MBA, DBA, various PhDs, Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctoral degrees across business, communications, computer science, education, humanities, social sciences, and law. The university provides additional support services including the JIU Eagle Program for military students, participates in business plan competitions (Colorado Governor's Cup), and offers technology innovation challenges. Founded in 1993, JIU pioneered online learning and was the first fully online university in the U.S. to earn regional accreditation.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Bachelor of Business Administration A 120-credit-hour undergraduate degree covering business theories and models, analysis of business problems and opportunities, key business functions, leadership, and entrepreneurship, designed for working adults pursuing a fully online bachelor's degree.
• Master of Business Administration (MBA) A 30-credit-hour graduate business degree offered fully online in 9-week courses (up to three per term) and completable in as little as six terms (15 months of full-time study), designed for working professionals seeking community and business leadership preparation.
• Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) A 61-credit-hour research-based doctoral program preparing proven business professionals for leadership, innovation, customer engagement, academic positions, or organizational effectiveness consulting.
• PhD in Banking and Finance A 90-credit-hour doctoral program preparing globally focused and socially engaged research leaders through coursework on corporate finance, corporate governance, asset pricing, microeconomic analysis, and a culminating doctoral thesis, with tuition of $400-$435 per credit hour depending on specialization.
• PhD in Finance A doctoral research program covering the economics of claims on resources, asset pricing, financial market behavior, and firm financial decision-making, combining theoretical modeling with empirical testing.
• PhD in Financial Management A doctoral program focused on formulation, implementation, and evaluation of policies surrounding resource use and revenue raising, with emphasis on nonprofit and healthcare organizations and governmental bodies.
• PhD in Strategy and Entrepreneurship A research-focused doctoral program in entrepreneurship, strategy, leadership, family business, and innovation in a research-intensive business school environment.
• PhD in Digital Marketing A research-oriented doctoral degree in digital marketing with specialization in either behavioral (psychology-based) or quantitative (economics, statistics, machine learning-based) approaches, preparing graduates for academic positions.
• PhD in Marketing A doctoral research degree preparing graduates to analyze data using qualitative and quantitative techniques and to characterize and solve business and marketing problems using advanced research tools.
• Master of Financial Management A graduate degree equipping students with knowledge, skills, and attitudes for strategic financial leadership, operational excellence, and a global perspective, designed for finance professionals.
• MBA in Finance A finance-track MBA specialization whose graduates qualify for the American Academy of Financial Management Master Financial Professional (MFP) designation and board certification.
• Master of Arts in Business Communications JIU's original degree offering, focused on professional communication within business contexts, expanded with multiple Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts specializations introduced in 1996 and 2003.
• Bachelor of Arts in Business Communications An undergraduate degree completion program in business communication for working adults, expanded in 2003 with three additional specializations.
• Bachelor of Communication (Advertising) An undergraduate advertising program focused on art direction, copywriting, and strategy planning, combining theoretical knowledge with hands-on professional skills for careers in the global advertising industry.
• Bachelor of Communication (Public Relations) An undergraduate public-relations program preparing students for the globally digital, technology-driven PR environment across corporate, government, not-for-profit, and consultancy roles.
• Bachelor of Communication (Digital Media) An undergraduate digital media degree covering podcasts, blogs, videos, infographics, big data, analytics, AI, gamification, and digital content creation, producing social-media-capable graduates with portfolio work.
• Master of Communication A graduate communication program developing expertise in advertising, public relations, social media, human communication theory, relational communication, organizational communication, and leadership.
• Bachelor of Creative Arts (Visual Arts) An undergraduate visual arts degree combining traditional areas such as painting, drawing, printmaking, photography, sculpture, and textiles with contemporary digital design, visual communication, and interface design.
• Bachelor of Creative Arts (Photography) An undergraduate photography degree combining practical skills development with knowledge of photographic history, theory, and contemporary practices, with access to world-class equipment and facilities.
• Bachelor of Arts in Creative Writing An undergraduate creative-writing degree focused on practical and theoretical subjects that allows students to design their own concentration to meet career aspirations.
• Master of Arts in Philosophy A graduate philosophy degree offering advanced study in philosophical theories, critical thinking, and intellectual discourse.
• Master of Information Technology Management A graduate IT-management degree covering strategic planning, systems analysis, project management, cybersecurity, and data analytics integration with business strategies.
• Master of Computer Science A graduate computer science degree covering algorithms, data structures, AI, machine learning, cybersecurity, and cloud computing.
• Master of Engineering Management A graduate degree bridging engineering and management, equipping professionals with leadership skills and business acumen for managing complex technological landscapes.
• Doctor of Information Technology Management A doctoral program preparing future IT-management leaders with focus on strategic leadership, governance, research methodologies, and emerging technologies.
• Doctor of Computer Science A doctoral degree cultivating researchers, educators, innovators, and leaders in AI, machine learning, cybersecurity, and technology advancement.
• Doctor of Engineering Management A doctoral degree cultivating visionary engineering-management leaders through strategic leadership, decision-making, and integration of engineering principles with business theories.
• Bachelor of Education A 120-credit-hour undergraduate education degree (240 per credit) preparing highly qualified teachers with knowledge, dispositions, and skills for standards-based, student-centered teaching, with custom programs designed individually with an advisor.
• Master of Education A 30-credit-hour graduate education degree (325 per credit) helping students develop individual skills for solving educational problems in teaching, supervision, or administration, with custom curriculum designed by student and advisor. Approved by the Colorado State Board of Education as a program of preparation for public-school K-12 teachers and administrators.
• Doctor of Education A 60-credit-hour doctoral education program (410 per credit) for education professionals, covering learning, teaching, coaching, development, education policy, and administration across various settings.
• PhD in Education A rigorous doctoral degree preparing educational leaders through in-depth exploration of educational theories, advanced research methodologies, and global perspectives.
• Master of Education in e-Learning A graduate e-learning degree focused on instructional design and online pedagogy, introduced in 2001 to support educators working in online learning environments.
• Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics Studies An undergraduate linguistics degree covering phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, pragmatics, historical linguistics, and sociolinguistics.
• Bachelor of Social Science in Economics An undergraduate economics degree for those entering government, legal, business, or teaching professions, providing sound training in economic theory, institutions, and quantitative analysis.
• Bachelor of Social Science in Psychology An undergraduate psychology degree exposing students to a broad range of psychology thinking with research opportunities, preparing for vocations or professional and graduate training.
• Master in Linguistics Studies A graduate linguistics degree designed to be completed in one year, providing solid foundational knowledge of traditional core areas of linguistic analysis with specialization options.
• Master of Social Science A research-focused graduate degree developing advanced research principles, methods, and mastery in social sciences through a thesis or research project.
• Master of Psychology A graduate psychology degree providing in-depth understanding of psychological principles, theories, and methodologies with focus on human behavior, counseling, therapy, and research.
• Master of Health Care Management A graduate degree preparing students with essential leadership skills for the complex health-care industry, covering strategic planning, operations, regulatory compliance, and technology integration.
• Doctor of Psychology A doctoral degree representing the pinnacle of academic achievement in psychology, cultivating scholars and practitioners for advancement of psychological science and practice.
• Doctor of Health Care Management A comprehensive advanced degree preparing future leaders in health care with focus on strategic leadership, policy analysis, and applied research.
• PhD in Linguistics A doctoral program requiring solid understanding of core areas with in-depth specialty areas including phonetics, phonology, syntax, psycholinguistics, neurolinguistics, and language acquisition (typically five years).
• PhD in Social Science A research-focused doctoral program in Development Studies, Peace Studies, Psychology, Sociology, Criminology, Social Work, and Social Policy.
• Master of Science in Law & Policy A 30-credit-hour graduate degree (310 per credit) offering non-law graduates the opportunity to study law, gain legal knowledge, and acquire transferable skills applicable to careers.
• Doctor of Jurisprudence (JD) A law degree ranked among top two law schools for energy-specific courses, requiring 86 semester hours with 3 years resident study equivalent and 60 credit hours at 415 per credit hour (24,900 total), with focus on oil, gas, and energy law.
• JIU Eagle Program (Military Support Program) A military support program providing dedicated counselors, financial-benefits analysis, skills assessment for credit maximization, career development, and military appreciation gear for active-duty service members, veterans, and military family members enrolling at JIU.
• Individual Course Program A continuing-education offering allowing enrollment in single courses or series of courses, with credits transferable to other accredited universities and applicable toward a degree program at JIU.
• JIU Online Learning Platform The underlying distance-learning platform enabling 100% online program delivery with no set login times, small class sizes, online tutoring, weekly modular courses, forum discussions, assignments, and projects.

Quantifiable outcome

• Recognized as a Military Friendly School for seven consecutive years
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

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Has API

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Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• NEW IDEA International EducationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2018NEW IDEA International Education (established 2018) is headquartered at IMT Building in Shenzhen with branches in Shanghai, Chongqing, Guangzhou, Chengdu. It provides higher education services domestically and internationally, offering one-stop services and innovative education solutions for studying abroad or studying in China programs. The partnership covers multiple master's and doctoral programs including MBA, Master of Communication, Master of Education, Master of Psychology, Master of Health Care Management, Master of Information Technology Management, Master of Computer Science, Master of Engineering Management, as well as various PhD programs in Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering Management, Education, Jurisprudence, Psychology, Health Care Management, Banking and Finance, Digital Marketing, and Financial Management. NEW IDEA is committed to building O2O smart education and an integrated online and offline master's and doctoral teaching platform.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves17 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Western Governors University: Western Governors University is a large, fully online non-profit university offering undergraduate and graduate degrees across business, IT, education, and healthcare - a directly comparable online-first, competency-based model serving working adults with flexible pacing.
• Southern New Hampshire University: SNHU is one of the largest online universities in the U.S., offering associate through doctoral degrees across business, communications, computer science, education, and humanities - directly comparable in program mix, online-first delivery, and adult-learner focus.
• University of Phoenix: University of Phoenix is a pioneering for-profit online university with associate through doctoral programs across business, IT, education, and healthcare - directly comparable as a private, career-focused, online-first institution serving working adults.
• Liberty University Online: Liberty University Online offers extensive online undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs with similar accreditation structure and flexible pacing for adult and military students, making it a direct online-degree competitor.
• Walden University: Walden University is an online-only university focused on working professionals with bachelor's through doctoral degrees in business, education, nursing, psychology, and public health - closely matching JIU's six-college online structure and adult-learner orientation.
• Capella University: Capella University is a direct online-only peer offering flexible bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs in business, IT, education, nursing, and psychology with competency-based and FlexPath pacing for adult learners.
• American Public University System: American Public University System is an online-focused university with strong veteran and military student enrollment and broad undergraduate and graduate degree offerings - directly comparable in online delivery, military focus, and program breadth.
• Colorado Technical University: Colorado Technical University is a for-profit institution offering online associate through doctoral degrees in business, IT, engineering, and healthcare, with flexible scheduling and a Colorado-based presence that overlaps with JIU's home geography.
• Athabasca University: Athabasca University is a Canadian fully-online distance university offering undergraduate through doctoral degrees in business, science, humanities, and education - a strong international peer in online-first postsecondary education with similar flexible pacing.
• Open University: The UK's Open University is the global pioneer of distance higher education, offering flexible online undergraduate and postgraduate degrees to adult learners worldwide - thematically aligned as a pioneering, fully online university serving mature students.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/JonesInternationalUniversityUS
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/14705

Compliance12 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

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