Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 011460
- Phone: (510) 547-6442
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
89.47%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
19:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
196FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$5,026Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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National University
5900 Doyle Street, Emeryville, CA
National University is a nonprofit private institution located in La Jolla, California and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. National University has a yearly student enrollment of around 16,000.
Students can select from many areas of study, including:
- Education
- Business And Marketing Studies
- English Language And Literature
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Psychology
- Public Administration And Social Services
The school has an open enrollment policy, accepting any applicants that meet the basic requirements for admission. Submission of transcripts, test scores, and personal statements may be required for certain programs. More information from the admissions office can be found at nu.edu.
The cost of tuition is nearly $13,000, but may change per year. Students are encouraged to use the school's price of attendance calculator to better understand their cost of attendance. This school may offer financial aid for students that qualify by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give an overview of the applicants National University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
National University has a total student population of about 17,000. The student body is made up of 46% undergraduate students and 0.1% graduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition is estimated to range between $13,000-$16,000 for both in-state and out-of-state students
- The estimated tuition for part time students is around $370 to $440 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 42% | $5,026 |
| Student Loans (Federal) | 36% | $10,693 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, National University may provide services to students including:- Distance learning
- Night and weekend classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Assistance to find work
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
Campus: National University - Fresno
- Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Program
- * Accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (since 2014)
Campus: National University
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2001)
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2001)
- Graduate Level Public Health (Outside School of Public Health) Program
- * Accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (since 2013)
Campus: National University-Costa Mesa Campus
- Radiation Therapist Program
- * Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (since 2014)
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by National University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, M)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (A, B, M)
- Organizational Leadership (B, M)
- Human Resources (C, M)
- Accounting (B, C, M)
- Information Systems (B, M)
- Finance (B)
- International Business (M)
- Construction Management (B)
- Organizational Behavior Studies (B)
- Management Science (M)
Communications and Journalism
- Multimedia (M)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Science (B, M)
Education
- Education (C, M)
- Special Education (B, M)
- Educational Leadership and Administration (M)
- Guidance Counselor (M)
- Early Childhood Education (B, C, M)
- Elementary Education (B, M)
- Secondary Education (B, M)
- Higher Education Administration (M)
Engineering
Engineering Technology
English Language and Literature
- English (B, M)
- Creative Writing (A, M)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B, C, M)
- Public Health (M)
- Healthcare Administration (B, M)
- Medical Technology (B)
- Health Informatics (M)
- Nurse Anesthetist (M)
- Radiology Technician (B)
- Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling (A)
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (A, B)
History
- History (B, M)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Legal Professions and Studies
- Paralegal (A, B, C)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- General Studies (A, B)
- Liberal Arts (A)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Statistics (M)
- Math (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Psychology
- Counseling Psychology (M)
- Psychology (B, M)
- School Psychology (M)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Public Administration (B, M)
Security and Protective Services
- Law and Justice Administration (B, C, M)
- Forensic Science (C, M)
Social Sciences
- Sociology (B)
- Political Science (B)
- Social Science (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 011460
- Phone: (510) 547-6442
- School Homepage