San Francisco-based private nonprofit university founded in 1901, offering 60+ online and hybrid degree programmes, certificates and courses for working adults worldwide.
Golden Gate University is a private, nonprofit university founded in 1901 and based in San Francisco, California. It provides career-focused higher education aimed primarily at working adults and nontraditional students, delivered through online and hybrid formats. The institution reports a worldwide student population of more than 17,500.
The university offers more than 60 online and hybrid degree programmes across law, business, accounting, taxation, finance, technology, psychology and undergraduate studies, alongside certificates and courses designed for people who study while employed. Teaching is described as practical and skills-based, delivered by experienced professionals. Technical focus areas include artificial intelligence, the integration of AI into teaching workflows, online and hybrid learning delivery, and multilingual instruction.
Through GGU Worldwide, the university extends beyond its San Francisco campus, providing multilingual instruction and flexible delivery to students in more than 60 countries. Student support services cover academic advising, career services, tutoring, military and veteran services, and international student support.
