In 1937, a small school named the American Institute of Commerce (AIC) in Davenport, Iowa, opened its doors to do just that. And, in the years that followed, the individuals running the school remained dedicated to providing the coursework that would prepare students for the workplace.  At Kaplan University, we are committed to your education, your goals—you. Kaplan University was founded on the belief that every person with talent, regardless of age or circumstance, deserves the chance to develop it.