[9] The University's MBA, MSCS, and MSEE programs operate with approval from the California Department of Consumer Affairs' Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education.

On August 2, 2012, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) served Herguan with a notice of intent to withdraw its Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) certification.

The San Jose Mercury News reported on evidence that Herguan officials tried to get help from local and state politicians regarding the ICE investigation.

[17] On October 6, 2016, US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) revoked Herguan's SEVP approval, terminating their ability to enroll foreign students.

The Chronicle of Higher Education claims Herguan targets international students looking for full-time or part-time internships.

[21] Several Herguan staff claimed that otherwise failing students had been able to buy passing grades by paying more money to the school.