
Crestpoint University
About University
Crestpoint University is a private, online-focused university based in Phoenix, Arizona, dedicated to providing flexible, accessible higher education for nontraditional and working students. Founded in 2003 and formerly known as National Paralegal College, the university expanded its academic scope and adopted the Crestpoint name to reflect its broader degree offerings. Crestpoint is accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC), a nationally recognized accrediting body, ensuring academic quality and institutional accountability.
The university offers undergraduate and graduate programs in fields such as business administration, legal studies, psychology, and compliance law, along with professional paralegal certificates. Designed for online delivery, Crestpoint’s programs emphasize practical skills, ethical decision-making, and career relevance. Courses are structured to provide both instructor interaction and scheduling flexibility, allowing students to balance education with professional and personal commitments.
Through its partnership with the Sara Schenirer Institute, Crestpoint University provides select degree programs in a values-aligned format that accommodates religious and cultural considerations. Students are formally enrolled at Crestpoint University and earn fully accredited degrees while benefiting from tailored academic support and structured learning environments. This collaboration expands access to higher education while maintaining academic rigor and respect for community values.
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Sara Schenirer Institute is not a college or university and does not independently confer academic credit or degrees. All academic credit and degrees referenced on this site are awarded by our accredited partner colleges and universities. Sara Schenirer Institute provides program structure, instructional support, and student guidance in collaboration with these institutions. Degree eligibility, accreditation, and academic policies are governed by the partner institution.