A Message from the President

For over 82 years The American College has been helping financial services professionals reach their full potential with education that's flexible, relevant, and comprehensive. You can expect the academic rigor that only comes with the highest level of accreditation, whether delivered online, by iPod, or on-site at our master's degree classes.

We are a non-profit public charity dedicated to serving our students and the professions they represent. We care passionately about learning. From the creation of the first financial designation in 1927—the prestigious CLU^® Insurance Specialty—to the launch of our groundbreaking CASL^® Retirement Coaching designation,
The American College faculty are widely recognized leaders in financial services education.

We continually showcase thought leaders whose views impact your practice. Please check our website for programs, lectures, and webcasts that bring these experts and special events to your office or desktop. You will find that what differentiates The American College is an unbiased focus on helping advisors provide superb insight on issues such as wealth accumulation, philanthropy, retirement savings, and ethics.

Thank you for taking your time to explore our website and learn more about us. We invite you to drive your business forward by tapping into all of the resources The American College has to offer.

Dr. Laurence Barton, PhD

President and Chief Executive Officer
The American College