Excelsior University is a not-for-profit, accredited institution founded in 1971, specializing in higher education for working adults. The university's core offering consists of flexible online and hybrid degree programs designed to accommodate students' careers, family commitments, or military service. It has a particular focus on serving non-traditional learners, including veterans, active-duty military personnel, and first-generation college students.
The institution operates with a main campus in Albany, New York, and an additional educational site in St. Petersburg, Florida. Its operations are guided by a set of principles known as Excelsior CARES, which stand for Compassion, Agility, Respect, Excellence, and Service. The university describes its internal environment as collaborative, staffed by a team of professionals supporting a diverse student community.
