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Students attend National University in San Diego, California, a rural site not far from an urban area. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. National University degrees go up to the Master's degree.
The school is known for its programs in education and teaching.
Applicants to National University appreciate its open admissions policy.
There are 26,035 students at the school (as of 2005). A large number of students at National University are 40 years old or older.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"National University is dedicated to making lifelong learning opportunities accessible, challenging and relevant to a diverse population of adult learners. Its aim is to facilitate educational access and academic excellence through exceptional management of University operations and resources, innovative delivery systems and student services, and relevant programs that are learner-centered, success-oriented and responsive to technology. National University's central purpose is to promote continuous learning by offering a diversity of instructional approaches, by encouraging scholarship, by engaging in collaborative community service, and by empowering its constituents to become responsible citizens in an interdependent, pluralistic, global community."
More complete details are provided below.
National University
11255 North Torrey Pines Road
La Jolla, CA 92037-1011
General Phone: (800) 628-8648
Admissions Phone: (800) 628-8648
Financial Aid Phone: (858) 642-8500
http://www.nu.edu
National University awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education And Teaching | 6,009 | education, multilingual education, teacher ed, secondary teaching, special ed, educational admin and supervision, elementary school teaching, early childhood special ed, ... |
| Business And Management | 716 | business management, business administration, accounting and management, organizational behavior, human resources, management information systems, management science, financial management, ... |
| Therapy And Counseling | 430 | counseling psychology, psychology, school psychology, psychology courses |
| Liberal Arts | 308 | interdisciplinary studies, liberal arts and sciences, English, liberal arts and humanities, general studies, creative writing |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 204 | forensic science, criminal justice and administration |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 174 | computer services management, computer and info science, computer science, software engineering, computer support |
| Family And Social Work | 139 | public administration |
| Office And Administration | 30 | office management |
| Science | 9 | biological and physical sciences, geology |
| Engineering Technician | 9 | environmental engineering tech |
| Mathematics | 8 | mathematics |
| Law | 7 | legal professions |
| Medical Adminstration | 7 | health care facilities management |
| Art Studies | 6 | art studies |
| Media | 1 | communication studies |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 1 | various nursing |
Number of programs and degrees for National University in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 3,688 | 15 |
| Master's degree | 3,360 | 29 |
| Bachelor's degree | 992 | 23 |
| Associate's degree | 18 | 1 |
In 2005, National University had a total enrollment of 26,035 students (15,100 full-time equivalent).
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 23% |
| Graduate | 77% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 57% |
| Black | 10% |
| Hispanic | 17% |
| Asian | 7% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Other Races | 6% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 1% |
| 20-21 | 2% |
| 22-24 | 13% |
| 25-29 | 28% |
| 30-34 | 20% |
| 35-39 | 12% |
| 40-49 | 16% |
| 50-64 | 7% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| California | 92% |
| Pennsylvania | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| State unknown | 1% |
| Texas | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 100 % |
| Part-Time | 65 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of San Diego, California for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Admissions Phone Number: (800) 628-8648
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 8,352 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 8,352 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,242 |
Financial Aid:
National University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 1146000)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (858) 642-8500
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 21 | $90,780 | 6 | $85,702 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 29 | $67,829 | 20 | $68,228 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 43 | $55,118 | 42 | $56,003 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 6 | $50,162 | 17 | $47,733 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 99 | $66,106 | 85 | $59,322 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting and Business/Management
Business Administration and Management, General
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
Finance and Financial Management Services, Other
Human Resources Development
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Management Information Systems and Services, Other
Management Science, General
Organizational Behavior Studies
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
Computer Software Engineering
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Computer/Info Tech Services Administration & Management, Other
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Bilingual and Multilingual Education
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Education, General
Education, Other
Education/Teaching Individuals - Early Childhood Spec Ed Pgms
Educational Administration and Supervision, Other
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Educational/Instructional Media Design
Elementary Education and Teaching
Secondary Education and Teaching
Special Education and Teaching, General
Student Counseling and Personnel Services, Other
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Levels & Methods, Other
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Subject Areas, Other
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Environmental Engineering Technology/Environmental Technology
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Public Administration
LAW
Legal Professions and Studies, Other
LIBERAL ARTS
Creative Writing
English Language and Literature, General
General Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
MEDICAL ADMINSTRATION
Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration/Management
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing, Other
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Office Management and Supervision
SCIENCE
Biological and Physical Sciences
Geology/Earth Science, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Forensic Science and Technology
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Counseling Psychology
Psychology, General
Psychology, Other
School Psychology
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets National University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study On-campus library Has ROTC (army, navy, air force)
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