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About DeVry University
95 years of future-focused learning
Founded by Dr. Herman DeVry in 1931, DeVry University was built on a passion for technology and a mission to change the way you learn. As the inventor of the first portable silent motion picture projector, Dr. DeVry identified a need for a visual, hands-on approach to education. His forward-thinking ideas not only revolutionized the classroom but also opened up a world of opportunities for busy, working adult students.
For 95+ years, we’ve embraced his spirit of innovation:
Our mission
DeVry University strives to close our society’s opportunity gap and address emerging talent needs by preparing learners to thrive in careers shaped by continuous technological change. Through innovative programs, relevant partnerships, and exceptional care, we empower students to meaningfully improve their lives, communities, and workplaces.
About Keller Graduate School of Management
In 1973, Dennis Keller and Ron Taylor founded Keller Graduate School of Management to offer graduate-level programs that prepare students like you for the workplaces of tomorrow. In 1987, Keller acquired the DeVry Institute of Technology, merging to form DeVry University and our Keller Graduate School of Management.
From robust master’s degrees to skill-boosting graduate certificate programs, our curriculum at Keller is designed to elevate your potential in areas like leadership, accounting, cyber security, AI, and so much more.
Elevating organizations through DeVryWorks
The business world moves fast, and ensuring your organization stays ahead of the curve is critical. Our DeVryWorks team partners directly with employers to help companies upskill and reskill their employees so they’re always prepared for what’s new and what’s next.
Annual Impact Report
As part of our commitment to accountability, transparency, and student outcomes, we’re proud to share our annual Impact Reports. Take an in-depth look at how we focus on student success, improve access to education for nontraditional learners, and equip students with the skills needed to thrive in emerging fields.
Discover DeVry’s history of innovation
For nearly a century, we’ve been forging a path in the education industry so you can make your mark in yours. Take a look at some of the milestones that have helped us transform DeVry University into what it is today.
2026
Founded in 1931, DeVry University celebrates its 95th anniversary.
2026
DeVry is named to the 2026 GSV 150, a list recognizing the world’s most transformational companies in digital learning and workforce skills.
2026
National education researcher Niche names DeVry University #2 for Best Information Technology Colleges in America and #44 for Best Online Colleges in America.
2026
Newsweek places DeVry on its annual list of America's Top Online Colleges.
2025
DeVry launches a new brand identity with a focus on our continued commitment to student success, academic excellence, and career-centered education.
2025
DeVry commits to making education more affordable by freezing tuition rates for the sixth consecutive year.
2025
DeVryPro, a self-serve online learning platform, is launched to help busy professionals build their skills.
2022
Designed to ensure students have access to the right resources at the right time, DeVry’s Digital Care Engine was awarded the CIO 100 Award in 2022.
2018
To further develop our unique and important role in the education space, DeVry University is acquired by Cogswell Education, LLC.
2015
DeVry launches its first undergraduate certificate program, the Undergraduate Certificate in Medical Billing and Coding.
2011
DeVry University becomes an official education provider of Team USA.
2003
Keller Center for Corporate Learning, now known as DeVryWorks, is created to support employer partners.
2002
DeVry Institute of Technology and Keller Graduate School of Management merge to become DeVry University.
1998
DeVry begins offering online programs.
1987
Keller acquires DeVry from Bell and Howell, joining the two schools to form the parent organization of DeVry Inc., now known as Adtalem Global Education.
1981
DeVry earns regional accreditation from the North Central Association, known today as The Higher Learning Commission.
1977
Keller earns accreditation from the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
1973
Keller Graduate School of Management is founded by Dennis Keller and Ronald Taylor, former DeVry teachers.
1969
DeVry’s first bachelor’s degree program is offered in electronics engineering technology.
1968
DeVry Technical Institute is renamed DeVry Institute of Technology.
1966
DeVry Technical Institute is acquired by Bell and Howell.
1957
DeVry begins offering its first associate degree program, the Associate in Electronics Engineering Technology.
1955
DeVry’s associate degree program in Electronics Engineering Technology is accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (TAC of ABET).
1953
DeForest Training, Inc., becomes DeVry Technical Institute.
1943
DeVry receives the Army-Navy “E” award for its production of motion picture sound equipment.
1940s
During WWII, DeForest’s Training school is selected by the United States to educate Army Air Corps instructors on electronic devices and becomes one of the first schools to be approved under the G.I. Bill.
1931
Dr. Herman DeVry and Dr. Lee DeForest, inventor of the vacuum tube, open DeForest’s Training, Inc., a DeVry School, in Chicago to prepare students for technical careers in electronics, motion pictures, radio, and later, television.
1925
Dr. DeVry established the DeVry Summer School of Visual Instruction. Educators came to the school to learn about motion pictures and how the technology could be adapted to learning.
1921
Dr. DeVry’s portable projector shows the first in-flight movie.
1913
Dr. DeVry founded DeVry Corporation, which manufactured 35mm and 16mm motion picture projection equipment. The projectors become standard technology in U.S. schools nationwide.
1912
Dr. Herman DeVry invents the “Theater in a Suitcase,” a 35mm portable silent motion picture projector. This Model E projector launches his career as an entrepreneur in the motion picture business and ultimately shifts the education technology paradigm.
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Our commitment to the public good
At DeVry University, we’re dedicated to helping provide access to higher education, partnering with organizations to address emerging talent needs, and helping prepare students for the working world.
Here are just a few of the ways we exercise our commitment to the public good:
We help make education more attainable for students by collaborating with the Illinois Board of Higher Education’s Proprietary Advisory Committee and Faculty Advisory Council and supporting the state’s Postsecondary and Workforce Readiness (PWR) Act.
DeVry University Advantage Academy
Founded with Chicago Public Schools in 2004, our award-winning DeVry University Advantage Academy (DUAA) dual enrollment program enables qualified 11th and 12th grade students to simultaneously pursue their high school diploma and a DeVry associate degree or undergraduate certificate at no cost to the students.
Community educational support
We’re proud to help other education institutions, school districts, and organizations engage youth in innovation, spark curiosity, grow career awareness, and collaborate on a sustainable STEM curriculum.
Charitable causes
Since 2020, DeVry has partnered with the Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) to support their overall mission of college readiness as well as their Workforce Readiness programs, giving young learners opportunities to explore careers and build employability skills.
Responsible use of artificial intelligence and technology
DeVry University is a member of the Content Authenticity Initiative, a group of organizations and professionals working together to fight misinformation and provide verifiable trust to digital content. Our service to the AI community complements our Cyber Security Center of Excellence and AI Resource Center.
Support for voting rights and registration
We recognize that a healthy democracy depends on an engaged electorate, which is why our student and colleague communications encourage participation in upcoming election cycles.
Frequently asked questions
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1DeVry University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC), www.hlcommission.org. The University’s Keller Graduate School of Management is included in this accreditation. Many of our programs have achieved programmatic accreditation or recognition. For a complete list and additional details, view our accreditation page.
2Program, course, and extended classroom availability vary by location. In site-based programs, students will be required to take a substantial amount of coursework online to complete their program.
