Lincoln University is accredited to award associates, bachelors, and masters degrees, and professional certificates by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS). ACICS is listed as a nationally recognized accrediting agency by the United States Department of Education and is recognized by the Council fir Higher education Accreditation (CHEA).

The Bureau for Private Postsecondary and Vocational Education of the state of California in accordance with the provisions of the California Education Code 94900 and/or 94915 approves Lincoln University to offer the Associate Degree in Diagnostic Imaging, the Bachelor of Arts Degree in Business Administration, the Bachelor of Science Degrees in Administration of Criminal Justice and Computer Science, the Master of Business Administration Degree, Professional Certificates in Medical and Dental Assisting, MRI and Ultrasound Technicians and Intensive English Program.

Lincoln University is authorized by the US citizenship and Immigration Service to enroll nonimmigrant alien students.

 Lincoln University is listed as an eligible institution in the Directory of Postsecondary institutions as published by the United States Department of Education and CHEA.