At a glance
Average net price
$22,878
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
42.9%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
10,794
In-state tuition
$13,284
Out-of-state tuition
$13,284
Cost of attendance
$33,978
Median earnings (10y)
$67,548
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 52.6%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
19 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by health (24%), business (21%), social sciences (21%).
- STEM5%
- Health24%
- Business21%
- Humanities & arts16%
- Social sciences21%
- Trades & services13%
- Health professions24.4%~2,637 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Business21.1%~2,276 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~1,275 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Psychology9.9%~1,065 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Liberal arts7.3%~792 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education5.0%~542 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~542 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Legal3.0%~326 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science2.9%~309 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences2.3%~250 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Engineering1.1%~117 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English1.0%~110 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History1.0%~105 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication0.9%~99 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~93 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~87 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~76 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~76 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~17 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master's | 2,109 | $55,141 | — |
| Education, General. | Master's | 1,597 | $58,901 | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master's | 649 | $62,820 | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 579 | $63,716 | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 550 | $85,563 | $37,375 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 439 | $54,361 | $26,818 |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master's | 436 | $55,273 | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 334 | $36,571 | $31,250 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 288 | $84,898 | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 279 | $40,395 | $10,008 |
| Educational Assessment, Evaluation, and Research. | Master's | 248 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 218 | $53,819 | $28,014 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 210 | $39,572 | $33,989 |
| Public Health. | Master's | 174 | $50,622 | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Master's | 170 | $61,524 | — |
| Public Administration. | Master's | 165 | $67,545 | — |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Master's | 147 | $55,949 | — |
| Psychology, General. | Master's | 141 | $46,907 | — |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Master's | 134 | $77,429 | — |
| Security Science and Technology. | Master's | 133 | — | — |
| Security Science and Technology. | Bachelor's | 120 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Master's | 113 | $47,043 | — |
| Public Health. | Bachelor's | 112 | $37,604 | $37,469 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Graduate certificate | 107 | — | — |
| Homeland Security. | Bachelor's | 105 | $71,714 | $23,450 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master's | 102 | $54,100 | — |
| Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences. | Associate's | 88 | — | $14,280 |
| Homeland Security. | Master's | 87 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 86 | $43,957 | $34,375 |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 85 | $35,735 | $28,125 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Bachelor's | 79 | $46,892 | $38,969 |
| Human Biology. | Associate's | 78 | — | — |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Bachelor's | 77 | $65,610 | $30,077 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 76 | $48,771 | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Master's | 75 | $45,879 | — |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Bachelor's | 66 | $51,109 | $38,486 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 63 | $69,756 | $29,500 |
| Educational/Instructional Media Design. | Master's | 59 | $71,709 | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Master's | 56 | $49,269 | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 55 | — | $26,437 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About National University
National University is a large institution located in San Diego, California, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 10,794 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Business, Homeland security & law enforcement.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at National University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $22,878 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $13,284 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $33,978 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 42.9%, a average completion outcome. 52.6% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $67,548 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
National University confers degrees and certificates across 19 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Business, Homeland security & law enforcement. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by health (24% of credentials), business (21% of credentials), social sciences (21% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.
Location & campus
Set in San Diego, California (city), National University draws students from across California and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about National University
Q.How much does National University cost?
The average net price at National University is $22,878 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $33,978.
Q.What is the graduation rate at National University?
National University has a 6-year graduation rate of 42.9% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do National University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median National University graduate earns $67,548 per year.
Q.What is tuition at National University?
Published tuition is $13,284 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is National University located?
National University is located in San Diego, California (ZIP 92123).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with National University at their official website.