Founded in 1965, the University of Southern Indiana is a comprehensive public university offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs. USI accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools (NCA), and numerous other professional associations. In addition, the School of Business has the prestigious accreditation from the American Association of Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). Degree programs in civil, electrical, and mechanical engineering technology are accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).