State Authorizations
The US Department of Education has made several important changes (effective July 1, 2020) to federal laws that govern how colleges and universities operate when offering distance (online or remote) education. Online-only programs at Palo Alto University are:
- BS in Psychology - Psychology and Social Action, Online Program
- BS in Psychology - Business Psychology, Online Program
- MS in Psychology
- MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Online Program
Colleges and universities that offer programs that are entirely online must have approval to enroll students who are located outside of California in those programs. This approval must come from each state in which an enrolled student is located.
We are currently unable to admit students into our online-only programs if they are located in an unauthorized state. Please check our website for the most current listing.
Current Students - Relocation
Students who relocate while enrolled at PAU should be aware that their ability to complete their studies may be impacted if they move to a country or state where the University is not currently authorized to offer their specific program.
Current students considering a move during their studies should contact their Academic Advisor for guidance.
Please review your address on file via MyPAU. If your address is correct, no action is required. If your address on file is incorrect, please submit a Change of Address form and inform your Academic Advisor.