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California Institute of Integral Studies

Type 4 year, Private
Business Model Non Profit
Campus locale City: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Small
Student to faculty ratio 12 to 1

Located in San Francisco, California, CIIS is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

California Institute of Integral Studies is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 12-to-1, CIIS emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.


  • Accredited by: Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission

Service Offerings

California Institute of Integral Studies provides the following additional services to its students
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

California Institute of Integral Studies offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Postbaccalaureate Recreational or avocational education

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes

Veteran Services

  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)