The original song highlights the real lives and stories of nontraditional students balancing higher education, work, family, and military service with purpose and resilience SAN DIEGO, CA – July 28, 2025  – National University (NU)—a nonprofit, Veteran-founded institution serving nontraditional, working, and military-connected students—today announced the release of its first original anthem, “The Whole You.” …

If you’ve been researching graduate programs in education, you’ve probably come across the question: Master of Arts in Education vs Master of Education — what’s the actual difference? At first glance, the degrees can look nearly identical. Both advance your education career. Both can increase earning potential. Both deepen your expertise. But here’s the key: …

For MFT students, the practicum is where their academic learning is finally applied in the real world. After learning about all the different theories of MFT, as well as other topics such as ethics, practicum is where the student finally gets to use their skills in real-life situations with real clients. For many, the practicum …

In a first-of-its-kind initiative, National University identifies 146 former students who completed associate degree requirements without realizing it, conferring 33 degrees and forgiving balances to remove financial barriers SAN DIEGO, CA (June 17, 2026) — National University (NU), one of the largest private, nonprofit universities in the United States dedicated to serving working, military, and nontraditional students, …

Artificial intelligence is spreading quickly through parts of the U.S. economy and is reshaping how some companies work. Early adopters are using AI to automate tasks and analyze data, but the basic ingredients for broader adoption, such as skilled workers, reliable broadband, and jobs that pay enough to attract and keep talent, remain unevenly distributed …

Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the way marketers ideate, execute, launch, and track campaigns. As audiences become more fragmented, their attention is dispersed across a wider range of channels, such as social media, streaming services, and more. This means that marketing teams can no longer afford to generalize their messages, as hyper-personalized content is quickly …

If you’re passionate about working with individuals with autism and other neurodiverse needs, you’ve likely considered learning how to become a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst®. BCBAs perform an invaluable service, often providing the specialized care and intervention planning to ensure patients’ long-term success. For graduates of programs like the Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis …

The hiring market in 2026 faces a defining paradox: applications per job opening have doubled since 2022, yet employers report unprecedented difficulty filling positions. Nearly 70% have shifted to skills-based hiring, recognizing that credentials no longer predict job readiness. National University examined 67 critical hiring statistics that reveal what both employers and job seekers must …

Entrepreneurship isn’t just for venture-backed startups or Silicon Valley founders. Today, it includes freelancers, online store owners, consultants, side-hustlers, and local service providers. If you’re exploring entrepreneurial skills, you may be wondering whether a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) can actually help you launch and grow a venture. The short answer? Yes. Because BBA skills …

Online certificate equips coaches, parents, and caregivers with practical tools to support confidence, resilience, and healthy youth sports experiences SAN DIEGO, CA – (MAY 28, 2026) — National University (NU) — a nonprofit, Veteran-founded institution serving more than 130,000 working, military, and nontraditional learners annually — today announced the launch of its new Sport Psychology …

There’s an old adage which states the more you know, the further you can go. Nowhere is this more applicable than the ever-evolving business world, where an industry-current master’s degree can set you apart from your competition. And in today’s age of specialization, it’s possible to pick and choose a graduate business degree specifically tailored …

To become a teacher in California, you must earn a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, complete a teacher preparation program approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC), demonstrate basic skills (via the CBEST or approved alternatives), prove subject-matter competency (through the CSET or an approved program), clear a LiveScan background check, and …

California’s job market has entered a new phase with record-high employment levels, but slower growth. A new report by the National University shows the widening gap between shrinking entry-level jobs and surging demand in healthcare and other human-centered fields. For working adults in Southern California, that mix creates both real risk and a huge opportunity …

Advanced nursing practice is changing rapidly in response to increasing healthcare complexity, aging populations, technological innovations, and a greater focus on population health. The profession now extends beyond foundational nursing roles, integrating advanced clinical expertise, leadership, and systems-level thinking to help improve patient and organizational outcomes. This blog explores how key healthcare trends are reshaping …

In American academic usage, a thesis is a research project required for a master’s degree, while a dissertation is an extensive original research project completed as part of a doctoral program, the two terms are sometimes used interchangeably, but their purposes differ significantly. A thesis demonstrates mastery of existing knowledge in a field, typically through a literature review and analysis of existing research. A dissertation goes further: it requires original contribution, new knowledge, theories, or methods, to the field of study.

Between 2004 and 2025, Google searches about skills, knowledge, leadership, AI, jobs, and education have moved from loosely related concerns into a more unified conversation about AI anxiety and career impact. A new report by National University tracks eight search topics—knowledge gap, skill gap, leadership gap, Gen AI, ChatGPT, can’t find a job, job market, …

San Diego-based leaders unite to bring groundbreaking curriculum and educator support to classrooms, communities, and families nationwide SAN DIEGO, CA — May 13, 2026 — Harmony Academy at National University and the Stephen J. Wampler Foundation today announced a first-of-its-kind national partnership to integrate disability education into everyday learning experiences for children across the United …

Community mental health has gained more attention as communities across the country face rising rates of anxiety, depression, substance use disorders, and stress-related conditions. According to a recent study in Health Affairs Scholar, 8.9% of U.S. adults experience a mental health crisis each year. Researchers noted that “many do not engage with formal crisis response …

Through its annual Whisper Military Spouse Scholarship, NU is awarding $150,000 to support spouses pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees. SAN DIEGO, CA. (Month Day, Year) — Military spouses are driven, adaptable learners who pursue higher education while navigating service-related relocations and career transitions. In support of their ambitions and as part of its enduring commitment …