South University enjoys a long-standing tradition of excellence in education and personalized student attention. The University traces its heritage to 1899, when Dr. John Draughon established Draughon's Practical Business College in Savannah, Georgia.
Since its humble beginnings, South University has experienced continued growth transforming from a two-year college into a four-year, University offering associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctorate degree programs with campus locations in Columbia, South Carolina; Montgomery, Alabama; Richmond, Virginia; Savannah, Georgia; and Tampa and West Palm Beach, Florida.
Today, South University continues to build on its more than a century of academic excellence by continuing to be a recognized innovator in higher education. With the introduction of South University Online, students can pursue both undergraduate degree and master's degree programs ranging from Criminal Justice to an MBA.
South University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate, baccalaureate, masters and doctorate degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 1.404.679.4500 for answers to questions about the accreditation of South University.