About us
A non-profit built around one idea: rigorous education, anywhere.
Apex University is committed to academic excellence, professional development and global impact, empowering learners worldwide through online education and strategic partnerships.
Our mission
To deliver relevant academic and professional programmes that prepare students for career success, supported by competent faculty, state-of-the-art online facilities and an inclusive learning environment. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, we prioritise educational and community impact.
Our vision
To be a global leader in innovative education, recognised for producing graduates who excel in knowledge, skills and ethical leadership, while fostering sustainable community service through our Missouri-based governance.
Our story
Young institution. Documented from day one.
18 July 2025
Incorporated in Missouri
Registered as a non-profit corporation under the Missouri Nonprofit Corporation Act (filing no. N001701117). Bylaws adopted and entered in the corporate record book.
4 September 2025
Full Accreditation awarded
OICAP-QA full accreditation, institution ID OICAP-QA/FA/0064/09/2025, overall grade B+.
Today
Doctoral education, online
Five faculties and four partner institutions, plus self-paced online courses on the student portal.
Our objectives
The principles that shape our priorities.
- 1Ensure relevant academic and professional programmes for students' career success, aligned with industry needs.
- 2Engage and maintain competent, qualified faculty with ongoing professional and academic development.
- 3Improve students' competencies before graduation through rigorous, practice-oriented curricula.
- 4Provide online and distance learning facilities that support skill development and global accessibility.
- 5Recruit and maintain a high-quality staff to achieve students' educational objectives.
- 6Attract qualified students from diverse backgrounds for an inclusive learning community.
- 7Foster an academic atmosphere that encourages interactions and open exchange of ideas.
- 8Offer flexible online programmes to meet the educational and training needs of citizens and industries worldwide.
- 9Engage graduate faculty in activities that enhance teaching, training and learning methodologies.
- 10Conduct aligned programmes and activities that provide meaningful community service, reflecting our non-profit ethos.
Governance
A Board of Directors accountable under Missouri law.
Officers (President, Secretary, Treasurer) are elected by the Board, which serves staggered terms and is committed to good faith and prudent care.
- MO
Dr. Michael Okara
Director
- BO
Bright Ofeyi
Director
- BA
Benard Adewole
Director
- BO
Benjamin Ozioma
Director
Where we are
A Missouri charter. A Lagos team.
Apex University is legally registered in the United States and operates its admissions office from Nigeria. Both are true, and both are documented.
Legal home: Missouri, USA
- Non-profit corporation, filing no. N001701117
- Incorporated 18 July 2025; tax-exempt purpose under 501(c)(3)
- Registered agent: Northwest Registered Agent Service, Inc., Harrisonville, MO
Contact office: Lagos, Nigeria
- 77 Habert Macurley Way by Ondo Street (3rd Floor), Ebute Meta, Lagos State, Nigeria
- Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm (Lagos time)
Partners
Nine institutions, one network.
CIMC Global
Business
iMISTech
Technology
ICFA
Forensic accounting
MCSC Global
Professional practice
5
Faculties
from business to engineering
4
Partner institutions
across the faculties
2
ISO standards
ISO 17024 & ISO 21001
100%
Online
study from anywhere