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Higher EducationNew York, United States1001-5000 Employees
Excelsior University is an accredited, not-for-profit online higher education institution based in Albany, New York. It focuses on helping adults complete degrees and advance their careers, with a strong emphasis on lifelong learning and serving historically underrepresented individuals. Founded in 1971, the university identifies innovation, flexibility, academic excellence, and integrity as its guiding principles. As of 2026, it announced the launch of doctoral and nursing programs and pursued partnerships with external organizations, including CDPHP and Community Care Physicians for National Nurses Week. The institution is licensed by the Florida Commission for Independent Education (License No. 12928).