Western International University Summary

Overview:

Western International University (West) was a private university headquartered in Tempe, Arizona. It was regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) from 1978 until its closure in February 2019.

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West ceased enrolling new students in March 2017 and implemented a teach-out plan for existing students. The university officially closed in February 2019 after the teach-out plan was completed. University of Phoenix now holds official student records for WIU and provides access to transcripts through Parchment Inc.