Stratford University is a private educational institution established in 1976. Stratford University offers Associate’s, Bachelor’s, and Master’s Degrees in a number of disciplines including business administration, computer information systems, health sciences, nursing, culinary arts, and hotel management. The mission of Stratford University is to prepare students for rewarding careers through quality educational programs that meet the changing needs of employers and the community. We take a 360-degree approach to your education, nurturing your success and helping you overcome internal and external barriers to focus on learning. Stratford is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS), and Council of Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Stratford has campuses in Virginia (Alexandria, Falls Church, Woodbridge, Newport News, Virginia Beach, and Richmond), Maryland (Baltimore), and India (New Delhi). Stratford's international student body is diverse and represents over thirty countries.