University of Phoenix is a private university headquartered at Phoenix, Arizona and was founded in 1976. The university offers more than 100 degree programs at the associates, bachelors, masters and doctoral levels. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association. The West Michigan Campus in Grand Rapids, Michigan offers associates, bachelors and masters degrees in majors like Business and Management, Criminal Justice and Security, Human Services, Nursing and Health Care, and Technology.