National University

National University Academics

National University requires a minimum of 180 units to graduate with a bachelor's degree.

If students would like to graduate in less time than normal, they can choose the accelerated degree program. National University accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. Additionally, National University has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

NOTE: Around 43% of students who start college at National University complete all the credits required within six years.

National University offers an orientation program before the start of fall classes to prepare new students for college life.

Academic Options	Yes	No
Accelerated Degree Program	√
Transfer Credits Accepted	√
AP Credit Accepted	√
IB Credits Accepted	√
Summer Classes Available	√
New Student Orientation	√

Reminder: National University may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

What Classes Do I Have To Take At National University?

National University has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are not required to fulfill a language requirement

Students are required to take a computer class to fufill the graduation requirements for National University.

Course	Required?
2nd Language	No
Math	true
Science	true
Computer	Yes

Reminder: Check with National University directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at National University

When choosing a major, National University students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at National University.

Student Designed Majors

Students must choose one of the majors offered by the college. Self-designed majors are not allowed.

Senior Projects

National University does not require a senior project for all students.

Double Majoring at National University

National University offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Double majoring may require more work but it can provide an interesting mix of experience that helps students stand out when looking for a job or applying to a graduate program.

Frequently Asked Questions About National University

Does National University Have Services For Students With Disabilities?

✅ National University offers services for students with disabilities.

Prospective students can contact the college's Office of Accessibility Services to learn more about any support and accomodations offered. These conversations are usually kept confidential and will not be shared with the admissions office if you do not wish to share.

Does National University Have An Online Program?

✅ National University has distance learning options for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does National University Offer AP Credit?

✅ National University offers some credit for Advanced Placement (AP) classes taken in high school. Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does National University Have An Honors Program?

✅ National University offers an honors program for highly-qualified applicants, but does not offer a Freshman Honors College.

Does National University Require Internships?

🟨 National University does not require an internship for all students, but does require an internship for students in some majors.

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