Lincoln University is accredited to award Doctor's, Master's, Bachelor's, and Associate degrees, and professional certificates by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS). ACICS is listed as a nationally recognized accrediting agency by the United States Department of Education and is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

          The State of California in accordance with the provisions of the California Education Codes 94900 and 94915 approves Lincoln University to offer the Doctor of Business Administration Degree, the Master of Business Administration Degree, the Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration Degree, the Bachelor of Science in Administration of Criminal Justice and un Computer Science Degrees, the Associate of Science in Diagnostic Imaging Degree, and Certificates in Medical Assisting, for Ultrasound Technicians, and Intensive English Program.

          Lincoln University is authorized by the United States Department of Homeland Security to enroll nonimmigrant alien students.

          Lincoln University is listed as an eligible institution in the directory of accredited postsecondary institutions published by the United States Department of Education and CHEA.

          Lincoln University is approved to participate in the Financial Aid Programs established by Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended in 1998.