The University of Phoenix is a for-profit university that offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs in a variety of fields, including business, education, healthcare, and technology. The university was founded in 1976 and is headquartered in Tempe, Arizona. The university is known for its online programs, which allow students to complete their coursework from anywhere in the world. The university has faced criticism in recent years for its high tuition costs and low graduation rates, but it remains one of the largest universities in the United States.