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2017 A Private Nonprofit University Serving the Public GoodTM|NU.EDU

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GENERAL CATALOG

Volume 80 | September 26, 2016

National University Academic Headquarters 11255 North Torrey Pines Road ? La Jolla, CA 92037-1011 ? (858) 642-8800

MICHAEL R. CUNNINGHAM, Ph.D.

Chancellor National University System

MESSAGE FROM THE CHANCELLOR

Dear Student,

It is a great pleasure to welcome you to the National University family of dedicated faculty and staff, an exceptional student body, and over 150,000 alumni. We are excited to support you in reaching your educational goals and we are committed to delivering an exceptional student experience.

National University is a private nonprofit university that has distinguished itself by offering market-relevant degrees through innovative programs that enable graduates to lead effective change in their communities. As part of National University you join an even larger community of students who are part of the National University System. Together we share a common approach to learning and fostering student success while creating new and exciting pathways for your educational future.

Since the creation of the National University System, we continue to build on the foundation that National University laid in 1971 when it began its pioneering work serving adult learners in new and creative formats. Today, NUS is comprised of:

? National University: The founding institution, which continues to provide innovative educational solutions to adults and military veterans

? City University of Seattle: Emphasizes master's and doctoral degrees, while establishing choice through competency programs

? John F. Kennedy University: Focuses on community and social justice, largely through differentiated graduate programs in psychology and law

? WestMed College: Promotes education and training for high-demand careers in healthcare

? The Division of Pre-College Programs: Caters to the success of the next generation of K-12 learners, through the National University Academy and the National University Virtual High School

Connected by shared values of service and community, the affiliates of the National University System serve students in ways that meet their individual needs through accessibility to high-quality programs that incorporate current research, the latest technological advances, and teachings that are relevant to the real world. The System's network of complementary universities offer pathways for students to attain professional and terminal degrees while recognizing and maximizing the value of faculty, staff, and partners, and maintaining a true commitment to the community.

As graduates can attest, an education from a National University System affiliate provides the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed and lead in today's everchanging environment.

Thank you for choosing National University and Welcome!

Sincerely,

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Michael R. Cunningham, Ph.D.

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DAVID W. ANDREWS, Ph.D.

President National University

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MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT

Dear Student,

On behalf of the Board of Trustees, faculty, staff, alumni and your fellow students, it is my pleasure to welcome you to National University. We are so pleased that you have chosen to pursue your academic goals with us, and to become part of our transformational community of lifelong learners.

The demand for graduates with a strong academic foundation and superior marketrelevant skills has never been stronger. Industries and organizations these days must constantly reinvent themselves as global economic forces and shifting domestic policies create both opportunities and competition. The same goes for us as individuals, and preparing students for today's dynamic, ever-changing workplace is what National University is all about.

Founded in 1971, National University was among the first institutions in the United States to recognize and focus on the unique educational needs of non-traditional learners. Today, National University is the one of the largest, private, nonprofit institution of higher learning in California. The University is unique because of its intensive one-course-per-month format, regional campuses, and flexible degree programs which enable students to complete their degree in an accelerated time frame.

Throughout this catalog, and in every class offered at National University, you will observe a consistent focus on quality and an ongoing commitment to incorporating current subject matter into our curricula. Our goal is to deliver an exceptional student experience, ensuring that the education you receive is among the most rigorous, relevant, and rewarding in higher learning. In addition to our focus on quality, innovation and access, we also believe in encouraging collaborations that serve the public good and weave that into our offerings.

With roots as a technology leader, National University remains focused on providing students state-of-the-art learning experiences, including high-tech classrooms and a library with one of the largest collections of e-books in the United States. The University offers more than 100 programs that are available either completely or partially online, allowing students locally, nationally, and globally to pursue a broad range of degrees and credentials. Remaining true to our mission, we continue to identify new areas for programmatic expansion to meet adult educational needs and workforce demands for our diverse student population.

Our commitment to the exceptional student experience is embodied in our Student Concierge Service which provides a one-stop student service center that is focused on your needs throughout the year. The Student Concierge Service can assist you in many ways, including acting as a liaison with other units in the University, as an advocate for you as you navigate National's processes and programs, and as a central source of quality assurance.

National University is proud of what it has accomplished in the past 45 years, and we look forward to sharing an even more distinguished future with you as we continue to seek new and better ways to address your needs as a student and lifelong learner.

I wish you the best of luck and much success.

Sincerely,

David W. Andrews, Ph.D.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

iii A Message From the Chancellor v A Message From the President 2 Calendar At a Glance 3 Class Schedules 6 Campus Directory 8 Online Information Centers Directory 9 Department Directory 10 Campus Administration 11 Board of Trustees 11 National University System Administration 12 National University Administration 13 General Information 23 Student Support Services 29 Financial Aid and Scholarships 41 Policies and Procedures 63 Academic Information for Undergraduate Degrees 75 Academic Information for Graduate Degrees

and Credentials 81 General Education 87 College of Letters and Sciences 137 School of Business and Management 167 Sanford College of Education 217 Sanford College of Education Credential Information 227 School of Engineering and Computing 249 School of Health and Human Services 283 School of Professional Studies 305 Nevada Programs 321 National University Language Institute 327 Course Descriptions 433 Index

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