| Name |
National University |
| Address |
11255 N. Torrey Pines Road
La Jolla, CA 92037 |
| Website |
http://www.nu.edu |
| Email |
advisor@nu.edu |
| Percent Undergrad College Owned |
N/A |
| Percent Fraternity |
N/A |
| Percent Sorority |
N/A |
| Percent Campus Weekends |
N/A |
| Offer Housing |
No |
| Percent Students College Housing |
N/A |
| Campus Housing |
N/A |
| Off Campus Assistance |
No |
| Types Available |
N/A |
| College Owned Singles |
N/A |
| College Owned Doubles |
N/A |
| College Owned Triples |
N/A |
| College Owned Apartments |
N/A |
| College Owned Other |
N/A |
| Num College Owned |
N/A |
| Sprinkler System |
N/A |
| Fire Alarms |
N/A |
| High Speed Internet |
N/A |
| Campus Size |
N/A |
| Percent Weekends |
N/A |
| Nearest Airport |
Various throughout state of California, Various throughout state of California |
| Nearest Train |
Various throughout state of California |
| Nearest Bus |
Various throughout state of California |
| Public Transport |
Yes |
| Cars Permitted |
Yes |
| Percent Cars |
0% |
| School Employment |
No |
| Percent Undergrads Employed |
N/A |
| Average Undergrad Earnings |
N/A |
| Freshmen Discouraged Working |
No |
| Army Rotc |
Not offered |
| Navy Rotc |
Offered at cooperating institution (SDSU) |
| Airforce Rotc |
Offered at cooperating institution (SDSU) |
| Alcohol Permitted |
No |
| Additional Policies |
class attendance mandatory, smoking prohibited |
| Popular Events |
N/A |
| Student Activities |
literary magazine, television station |
| Num Organizations |
0 |
| Honor Societies |
N/A |
| Religious Organizations |
N/A |
| International Organizations |
N/A |
| Other Organizations |
N/A |
| Student Papers |
N/A |
| Num Frats |
0 |
| Frats Chapter Houses |
0 |
| Percent Frat Members |
N/A |
| Num Sororities |
0 |
| Sororities Chapter Houses |
0 |
| Percent Sorority Members |
N/A |
| Type |
Private institution |
| Year Founded |
1971 |
| Religious Affiliation |
None |
| Academic Calendar |
Other |
| Undergrad Body |
6,521 |
| Setting |
Urban |
| Endowment |
243,158,404 |
| Application Deadline |
Rolling |
| Application Fee |
60 |
| Selectivity |
N/A |
| Tuition |
8,412 |
| Room Board |
N/A |
| Basic |
nonremedial tutoring |
| Remedial |
reading, math, writing, study skills |
| Counseling |
career, military, veteran student, academic |
| Career |
resume assistance, alumni network |
| Job Six Months |
N/A |
| Job One Year |
N/A |
| Job Two Years |
N/A |
| Firms |
N/A |
| Library |
Yes |
| Library Consortia |
Yes |
| Num Books |
247,528 |
| Num Subscriptions |
19,348 |
| Num Microforms |
2,500,000 |
| Num Audiovisual |
7,350 |
| Num Ebooks |
64,400 |
| Library Facilities |
Our students believe in the power of knowledge. One can only respond with excellence to affirm the human spirit.Access is one of the most important components of a quality education.A leader in educational technology, National University provides studentswith extensive electronic books, print books, and state-of-the-arttechnology resources. From knowledgeable research assistance to Internet access from the home or workplace, National University provides access to the knowledge and technology that helps students succeed.National University students have access to an impressive array of library resources through both electronic and traditional channels. From print and electronic books to research assistance, the National University Library is
an invaluable resource that helps students achieve their educational goals.The Central Library, located in San Diego, houses a number of resources for
students and alumni, including an Information Competency Center with 40
web-wired work stations, a state-of-the-art classroom providing access to
K-12 teaching and resource materials, a Career and Assessment Center, and a
Writing Center.The Library is also the administrative center for the Universitys Virtual Library, which houses one of the largest e-book collections in the United States. The Virtual Library provides remote web-based access to library services, materials, collections, and electronic information. All of the librarys electronic resources are accessible 24 hours a day,seven days a week through the librarys home page, www.nu.edu/library.
Web-based resources include netLibrary and ebrary (representing more than
64,400 electronic books that can be read online), full text article
databases covering all subject areas taught at National University, and
general references such as the Gale Virtual Reference Library and the Oxford
English Dictionary.
Library Features
More than 230,000 volumes, including one of the largest e-book collections in the U.S.
67 electronic databases and more than 16,000 full-text journals
Over 16,000 serial titles, both print and electronic
More than 7,350 video recordings
Web-Based Services
Journal Direct, a journal article request service
Books Direct, a book request service
E-mail reference service
Video booking services for faculty
Library guides and tutorials
Inter / Intra library loan
Electronic reserves
The National University Library is more than just a collection of books and
databases. The library provides qualified, trained librarians to work with
faculty and students one-on-one or in small groups. Librarians are
available in person at the Central Library or at one of the regional Library
Information Centers. Services include:
Reference Support
RefDeskAn e-mail reference service supported by 17 central and regional librarians.
Consultations Students may schedule time with a librarian to help them
with their research needs.
Extended hours The library is open 72.5 hours a week. Students have
direct access to the Library Help Desk at 1-866-682-2237 x7900.
Information Literacy
Library Instruction Course-related library instruction that is
content-based to help make the instruction relevant to student learning
needs.
Consultations Students may schedule time with a librarian to help them
improve their library research skills.Tutorials Web-based tutorials available to all new online students.
Regional and
Online Support
Library Information Centers (LIC)
are housed in each of the regional academic learning centers. The LIC
librarians provide skilled, personal service to faculty and students.Online students are supported through the online library course. The
course instructor is available to work individually with students or in
small chat groups. |
| Museums |
N/A |
| Computer Course |
Yes |
| Own Computer |
No |
| Computers Available |
2,152 |
| Email Accounts |
No |
| Internet Access |
Yes |
| Computers Available In |
computer center/labs, library |
| Num Wired Library |
74 |
| Num Wired Classrooms |
57 |
| Num Wired Labs |
27 |
| Num Wired Other |
0 |
| Wireless Network |
Yes |
| Wireless Areas |
in all the libraries, in some of the college-owned, operated, or affiliated housing |
| Wireless Capacity |
30 |
| Recommended Os |
Microsoft |
| Hosting Units |
N/A |
| Student Webpages |
No |
| Online Registration |
Yes |
| Campus Safety |
24-hour foot and vehicle patrols, late night transport/escort service, 24-hour emergency telephones, lighted pathways/sidewalks |
