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60 Years of Purpose, a Future of Impact
President's Message
Dear Albizu Community,
As we celebrate our 60th anniversary, we honor our founder, Dr. Carlos Albizu Miranda. His vision and dedication continue to inspire our mission and guide our community more than ever. Every classroom, graduate, and act of service carries forward the values he instilled. Join me in celebrating his extraordinary legacy.
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Whether you studied on campus or online, worked in one of our schools or departments, supported Albizu's mission over the years, or have been part of the university in any meaningful way, you have an Albizu story to share and we would love to hear it.
You can share a memory, a meaningful experience, or the impact Albizu has had on your life. Albizu University is more than its programs and facilities it is about its people: a diverse and dedicated community that continues to make a difference through science-based training and culturally responsive healing.
Timeline
1966-1976
- 1966 — Foundation of the Institution: Dr. Carlos Albizu Miranda founded the first independent professional school of psychology in North America.
- 1966 — Creation of the Original Institutional Logo: The institution's original logo was designed and adopted.
- 1967–1968 — First Academic Year Enrollment: Approximately twenty students enrolled during the inaugural academic year.
- 1972 — Official Approval of the Caribbean Center for Advanced Studies: Approved and registered as a nonprofit corporation.
- 1975–1976 — Financial Crisis and Institutional Recovery: Period of financial hardship followed by institutional recovery.
1976-1986
- 1977 — Relocation to Santurce Facilities: Beginning of a new era of rebuilding and growth.
- 1979 — MSCHE Accreditation: First private Puerto Rican institution offering a Clinical Psychology doctorate.
- Late 1970s — Roman Baldorioty de Castro School Restoration: Historic Old San Juan building restored.
- 1980 — Miami Institute of Psychology Established: Expansion of institutional operations into Miami.
- Early 1980s — Miami Operations Relocated: Operations moved to the 300 SW 12th Avenue facility.
1986-1996
- 1988 — Launch of the PhD Program: Doctoral Program in General Psychology established.
- 1989 — Introduction of the Bachelor’s Program: Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology introduced.
- 1994 — APA Accreditation for San Juan Campus: Program received American Psychological Association accreditation.
- 1995 — APA Accreditation for Miami Campus: Program received American Psychological Association accreditation.
- 1996 — Institutional Expansion: Significant growth in clinical services, library resources, and student enrollment.
1996-2006
- 1999 — Miami Campus Expansion: Facilities expanded to support academic and program growth.
- 2000 — Transition to Carlos Albizu University: Official name adopted, reflecting institutional growth.
- Early 2000s — Governance Modernization: Administrative structures, policies, and management processes strengthened.
- Late 2000s — Reaccreditation and Innovation: Accreditations reaffirmed and educational innovation initiatives advanced.
2006-2016
- Late 2000s — Reaccreditation and Educational Innovation: Strengthens academic quality and institutional modernization.
- 2008 — Strategic Plan 2009–2013: Establishes goals for institutional growth and development.
- 2015 — The Mayagüez University Center was inaugurated. Albizu University expanded access to graduate education in western Puerto Rico with the opening of its Mayagüez University Center.
2016-2026
- Expansion into Emerging Fields: Cyberpsychology and technology-focused education introduced.
- Continued National Internship Success: Placements at nationally recognized institutions.
- Expansion of Community Services: Growth of mental health services and Albizu Clinics.
- 2024 —The Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology at Albizu University’s Mayagüez University Center received APA accreditation
- 2025 — 10-Year APA Reaccreditation: PsyD in Clinical Psychology earned renewed accreditation.
- January 2026 — Casa Albizu was accredited by the National Children’s Alliance as a Child Advocacy Center. Casa Albizu became the first Child Advocacy Center accredited by the National Children’s Alliance in Puerto Rico, the Caribbean, and Latin America.
