About Us

The outside of the San Diego Global Knowledge University offices in a grey building with trees nearby — San Diego Global Knowledge University gives you the tools for a brighter future

Vision

To be the leading university dedicated to the technology-supported delivery of “new generation” global knowledge and the development of competencies essential for a more prosperous and responsible society.

Mission

To offer quality distance educational programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels focused on information technology (IT) and business that help students develop global skills and competencies to achieve their personal success and advance their careers.

Government Certifications

San Diego Global Knowledge University participates in several government-related activities that guarantee proceses are in place that assure its business operations are constantly vetted for quality and solvency.

8(a) Business Development Program

San Diego Knowledge University is a U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) 8(a) Business Development Program participant. The 8(a) program is a robust nine-year program created to help firms owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals. Businesses that participate in the program receive training and technical assistance designed to strengthen their ability to compete effectively in the American economy. SDGKU is a hispanic-owned small business.

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United States General Services Administration

San Diego Knowledge University is a U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) awardee under GSA Contract 47QTCA18D00BD. This government contract vehicle is available for any municipal, state, or federal agency interested in contracting SDGKU programs at a special rate only offered to the United States Government. As an IT Schedule-70 provider, SDGKU offers its Full Stack Development Immersive and MS in Communication and Technology programs as part of its GSA MAS contract.

HUBZone Program

San Diego Knowledge University is a U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) Program participant. The government limits competition for certain contracts to businesses physically located in historically underutilized business zones. It also gives preferential consideration to those businesses in full and open competition. By joining the HUBZone program, SDGKU is eligible to compete for the program’s set-aside contracts.

CalJobs – Education Training Provider

San Diego Knowledge University is approved by the State of California’s CalJobs program and recognized as an official member of the Education Training Providers List (ETPL) of the San Diego Workforce Partnership. The purpose of the (ETPL) is to provide customer-focused training for eligible adults and dislocated workers. CalJOBS is California’s online resource to help job seekers and employers navigate the state’s workforce services. As an ETPL provider, SDGKU students are eligible to receive funding through Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funds from the United States Department of Labor.

Cal Grants – California Student Aid Commission

San Diego Global Knowledge University (SDGKU) administers the Cal Grant program in partnership with the California Student Aid Commission (CSAC) under the Cal Grant Program Institutional Participation Agreement (IPA). This IPA is a binding agreement that outlines the terms and conditions under which SDGKU is eligible to participate and its administrative, fiscal, and security responsibilities. The Cal Grant IPA applies to initial participation, renewals, and updates. Cal Grants are state-funded, need-based, cash grants given to California higher education students to help pay for tuition and other expenses. San Diego Global Knowledge University students that meet the eligibility and financial requirements as well as any minimum GPA requirements may receive either a Cal Grant A, B, C, California Chafee Grant for Foster Youth, or California Dream Act Application (CADAA) for Undocumented/Dreamer Students.

United States Department of Education – Title IV Program Participant

San Diego Knowledge University is approved by the United States Department of Education as a Title IV program participant. This allows SDGKU students that qualify to access federal financial aid funds to pay for their academic program tuition, fees, and associated living expenses. SDGKU has participated in Title IV since its initial approval in 2019. Only accredited universities are able to access Title IV funding for their students.

United States Veterans Education Benefits

San Diego Knowledge University is approved by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to offer Veterans Education Benefits to those students that qualify. This allows United States retired military personnel to pay for their academic program tuition, fees, and associated living expenses using their veterans education credits. SDGKU has offered veterans education benefits since its initial approval by the VA in 2018.

Tuition Assistance – Voluntary Educational Partnership Memorandum of Understanding, United States Department of Defense (DoDMOU)

San Diego Global Knowledge University is approved to offer Tuition Assistance (TA) to Active Military from the United States Armed Services. This approval is granted via the execution of a DoD Voluntary Educational Partnership Memorandum of Understanding (DoDMOU). The DoDMOU articulates the commitment and agreement educational institutions provide to the Department of Defense by accepting funds via each Service’s TA program in exchange for education services.

Non-Government Organizations

San Diego Global Knowledge University participates in NGO-related activities that align with its mission and that support society and communities on a global scale.

United Nations Global Compact Member Organization

At San Diego Global Knowledge University we aim to mobilize a global movement of sustainable companies and stakeholders to create the world we want. To make this happen, we believe in supporting the UN Global Compact by becoming a member institution and abiding to its stated vision for businesses and organizations. In particular, to (1) do business responsibly by aligning our strategies and operations with Ten Principles on human rights, labor, environment and anti-corruption, and (2) by taking strategic actions to advance broader societal goals, such as the UN Sustainable Development Goals, with an emphasis on collaboration and innovation.

Military Friendly School

San Diego Global Knowledge University has been awarded the Military Friendly Schools Silver Award for creating sustainable and meaningful education paths for the military community. We are proud to serve current and former service members and their families. We honor them and the sacrifices they have made for our freedom. The Military Friendly® ratings are determined through the evaluation of public data and proprietary data gathered through the annual Military Friendly survey process. The Military Friendly Schools survey is the longest-running most comprehensive review of college and university investments in serving military and veteran students. The Military Friendly Schools list is an exclusive list of institutions of higher learning, and covers institutions offering certificate programs to doctoral degrees.

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