Western Institute for Social Research
Higher EducationCalifornia, United States11-50 Employees
Western Institute for Social Research is a higher education institution based in Berkeley, California, delivering degree programs through distance learning. It is nationally accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission, a credential that supports its focus on combining academic theory and research with practical, experience-based knowledge. The programs are designed for community-involved adults seeking flexible, personalized education that supports personal career development while fostering leadership in educational innovation and social change. Its target audience comprises adults connected to their communities who need distance-based study options that fit their schedules. The school positions itself within the higher education sector as a provider of distance education that integrates scholarship with real-world context to address community needs and social improvement. In March 2021, EAB Global, Inc. acquired Western Institute for Social Research.