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Public Disclosure (TRACS Integrity Requirement)
Dale Kietzman University affirms its commitment to truthfulness, accuracy, and ethical representation in all public information, in compliance with TRACS Standards 9.2 and 10.3.
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Institutional Authorization & Recognition
Dale Kietzman University (DKU) is a private, faith-based institution of higher education headquartered in Murray, Utah, and authorized under religious exemption from the Utah Postsecondary Proprietary School Act (§13-34-105).
DKU maintains articulation agreements with accredited U.S. institutions, including Kansas Christian College and Ecclesia College, both accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education (ABHE), and American National University, accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC) and Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).
Global Presence and Partnerships
A Christian University Without Borders — serving a diverse student body across multiple continents through online and on-campus programs.
Our mission is to make quality Christian higher education accessible to all — regardless of location, nationality, or background.
| Jurisdiction | Institution / Entity | Status / Recognition | Authority / Accrediting Body |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utah, USA | Dale Kietzman University (DKU) | Authorized – Religious Exemption | Operates under religious exemption pursuant to the Utah Postsecondary Proprietary School Act (§13-34-105) |
| California, USA | Dale Kietzman School of Theology | Religious Exemption | Exempt from regulation by the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education pursuant to Education Code §94874(e) |
| Kansas, USA | Kansas Christian College | Academic Partner | Accredited institution; dual-diploma and academic collaboration partner |
| Arkansas, USA | Ecclesia College | Academic Partner | Accredited by ABHE; academic partnership |
| Virginia, USA | American National University | Academic Partner | Accredited by DEAC and ABHES; program collaboration partner |
| Cameroon, Africa | Institut Supérieur Dale Kietzman (ISDK) | Affiliated International Campus | Regional academic programs and student recruitment partner |
| United States & Africa | African Academy of Christian Leadership (AACL) | Nonprofit Partner | 501(c)(3) organization supporting scholarships, leadership development, and educational initiatives |
