Stratford University is a private educational institution dedicated to preparing students for the challenges of a rewarding career. Alumni pursue professions in high-demand fields like information technology, hospitality, culinary arts, business administration, health sciences, and nursing. Located in historic Virginia just outside of Washington, DC, Stratford University is the ideal place to fulfill academic and professional goals.
Stratford University offers Associate’s, Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees, as well as many non-credit workshops and courses. Our curriculum combines advanced technology, hands-on labs and traditional educational methods to create a program that produces a valuable educational service to our students and their future employers.
This emphasis on individual learning methods results in student academic success without lowering required employer-based standards. Consequently, Stratford alumni enjoy a high placement rate in high-demand industries.
Stratford University is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools to award Diplomas, Associates, Bachelors, and Masters Degrees. It is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
Stratford is also approved by the State Council of Higher Education in Virginia (SCHEV) to grant Associate’s, Bachelor’s, and Master’s Degrees
Stratford University offers Associates, Bachelors, and Masters degrees in business administration, computer information systems, culinary arts, hospitality management, health sciences, and nursing. These degrees are the shortest path between where you are now and the career of your dreams.
Stratford University degrees and diploma programs are listed below. Programs also available online have an asterisk (*).
School of Business Administration
• Master of Business Administration*
• International Master of Business Administration*
• Master of Science in Accounting*
• Master of Science Enterprise Business Management*
• Master of Science in Entrepreneurial Management*
• Bachelor of Science in Business Administration*
• Bachelor of Science in Accounting*
• Associate of Applied Science in Business Administration*
• Associate of Applied Science in Accounting*
• Accounting Diploma
• Accounting Certificate
School of Computer Information Systems
• Master of Science in Software Engineering*
• Master of Science in Information Systems*
• Master of Science in Information Assurance*
• Master of Science in Telecommunications*
• Bachelor of Science in Computer Security and Forensics*
• Bachelor of Science in Information Science*
• Bachelor of Science in Network Engineering*
• Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering*
• Associate of Applied Science in Digital Design
• Associate of Applied Science in Network Management and Security*
School of Culinary Arts & Hospitality Management
• Bachelor of Arts in Hospitality Management*
• Bachelor of Arts in Culinary Management
• Associate of Applied Science in Advanced Culinary Arts
• Associate of Applied Science in Baking and Pastry Arts
• Associate of Applied Science in Hotel and Restaurant Management*
School of Health Sciences
• Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration/Management
• Associate in Applied Science in EKG-Phlebotomy Technician
• Associate in Applied Science in Medical Insurance Billing and Coding*
• Associate in Applied Science in Pharmacy Technician
• Associate of Applied Science in Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
• Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting
School of Nursing
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Application fee is $50
Financial Support Cash Requirements
| Academic Level |
Tuition per Academic Year |
Expenses per Academic Year |
Total Cash |
| Graduate | $11,070 | $7,500 | $18,570 |
| Undergraduate | $14,985 | $7,500 | $22,485 |
Admissions Requirements :
Undergraduate admissions requirements
To be admitted to an undergraduate degree program, you must meet the following requirements.
High School Diploma or GED — You must self-certify using the Application for Admission form that you meet this requirement.
English Language Proficiency — You can take either a TOEFL or IELTS language test. The cut-off score for TOEFL is 79 (IBT) or 213 (CBT). The cut-off for IELTS is 6.5-band. This requirement is waived if your native language is English or if you have obtained a degree in an English-speaking country.
If you do not meet the language proficiency requirements, you will be required to attend an ESL program prior to starting your academic courses. If you graduate from the Stratford ESL Program, your TOEFL or IELTS test requirement is waived.
Enrollment Prior to High School Graduation — You may take undergraduate courses prior to completion of your high school program, if you have received permission of your advisor and have a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0. Final acceptance into the degree program will be granted only when you successfully complete your high school program or GED.
Graduate admissions requirements
To be admitted to a graduate degree program, you must meet the following requirements.
Four-year Bachelor’s Degree — If you apply with a 3-year Bachelor’s degree, you may be required to complete the equivalent of the fourth undergraduate year prior to starting graduate courses. If you transfer the courses from the 3-year degree to Stratford and complete the top-up program (typically 8 to 12 courses), you will receive a 4-year Bachelor’s degree from Stratford University and qualify for immediate entry into the graduate program.
Undergraduate Degree Related to your Graduate Program — If the undergraduate degree is not supportive, you may be required to complete undergraduate bridge courses (typically 4 to 8 courses). If you can demonstrate employment experience in which you have accumulated the required foundation skills, the bridge course requirement may be reduced or waived.
GRE or GMAT Evaluation of Academic Potential — You must complete the GRE for a technical Master’s degree or a GMAT for a business Master’s degree. Stratford has not established pre-defined GRE or GMAT cut-off scores. Your application is reviewed as a whole (transcripts, test scores, work experience, life achievements) to determine your potential for academic success.
GRE or GMAT test scores may be waived if you are transferring from a graduate program at another US institution, have prior work experience in the field, or have received a degree from an accredited US institution. Other waivers may be approved by the program Dean, or their designated representative.
English Language Proficiency — You can take either a TOEFL or IELTS language test. The cut-off score for TOEFL is 79 (IBT) or 213 (CBT). The cut-off for IELTS is 6.5-band. This requirement is waived if your native language is English or if you have obtained a degree in an English-speaking country.
If you do not meet the language proficiency requirements, you will be required to attend an ESL program prior to starting your academic courses. If you graduate from the Stratford ESL program, your TOEFL or IELTS test requirement is waived.