Welcome
Graduate alumni of American InterContinental University
American InterContinental University (AIU) has partnered with Trident to offer graduate alumni educational opportunities through exceptional service and affordable, flexible, quality, innovative academic programs. Through its doctoral programs Trident can help you meet your educational goals.
With a rich tradition of serving busy working adults, the women and men in military service, Trident is uniquely positioned to serve individuals who balance family and work commitments while striving to earn a quality education. A quality education now comes at an affordable price – up to 15% off standard tuition rates. Offering 100% online courses with 6 degrees and 15 concentrations to choose from, find the program that's right for you.
Doctoral Degrees
6 degrees • 15 concentrations
Maintain the quality of learning you expect while earning your Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) or doctorate entirely online with Trident. We offer online doctoral degrees in three disciplines:
These are academic research programs and require written and oral qualifying exams / dissertation and oral defense for Ph.D. program completion. You will be required to complete doctoral research method courses, theory courses in your field, and electives in your selected area of concentration.
Trident also offers a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA), Doctor of Health Administration (DHA), and Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) degree. These are post-master professional practice degrees designed for the working professional. The coursework focuses on knowledge, skills, and dispositions needed by practicing leaders in business, healthcare, and education.
These are academic research programs and require written and oral qualifying exams / dissertation and oral defense for Ph.D. program completion. You will be required to complete doctoral research method courses, theory courses in your field, and electives in your selected area of concentration.
Trident also offers a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA), Doctor of Health Administration (DHA), and Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) degree. These are post-master professional practice degrees designed for the working professional. The coursework focuses on knowledge, skills, and dispositions needed by practicing leaders in business, healthcare, and education.
Partnership Benefits
Trident is pleased to offer AIU graduate alumni the following educational benefits:
- Up to 15% off standard tuition rates
- Access to a dedicated partnership admissions team
- Regional accreditation
- 100% online courses – anytime, anywhere access!
- Experienced faculty – 80% hold doctoral degrees
- 4 session starts per year
- Most courses offered each session
- Deferred billing
- Career development services
| Degree Level |  DBA / DHA |
 Ed.D. |
 Ph.D. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition Rate Per Credit | $787.50 | $761.25 | $990 |
| Tuition Rate Per Credit With Savings | $669 | $647 | $842 |
Whether you’re seeking an affordable, quality degree, military supportive programs, or flexibility to accommodate adult learners, a degree from Trident can help you advance your education.
It gives you the flexibility that you need. It gives you the real education that you can use on the job while you are working and that is really what brought me to Trident University.RICHARD SESLAR
Master in Business Administration
Master in Business Administration
Contact a Trident Admissions Advisor today at or outreach@trident.edu
Why Trident?
Academic Excellence
Trident is committed to developing a passionate, connected learning community that helps students and organizations achieve their academic and professional goals.
Compassionate Commitment
Staff and faculty are dedicated to helping you successfully complete your degree. You’ll work in a nurturing collaborative community of adult learners.
Tools Built for Success
Trident provides you with all the tools you need to succeed in earning your degree. Each student will have an assigned Advisor to assist your academic journey.
Institutionally Accredited
Trident University International is a member of the American InterContinental University System. The System is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
