Welcome
The Nest Healthy Learning Center
A friendly place to study, connect, and access
National University support services.
Support
Onsite
Locations
California
Cost
Free
About The Nest
Co-Learning Community Hub
The Nest is a co-learning and community hub that brings together our people, services, and resources in an inviting and inclusive environment. Staffed by knowledgeable NU professionals, each Nest location offers a convenient place to study, collaborate, get academic and career help, and build connections.
- Drop in for personalized guidance
- Tap into Military and Veteran resources
- Attend events and workshops
- High speed WiFi
- Flexible Study Spaces
- Access affordable youth supervision
Services
Support for the Whole You
Resources designed for your career, education, community, and life.
Academic Help
Tutoring, writing resources, and onsite classes
Career Development
Resume help, interview prep, and mentoring
Enrollment Planning
Walk-in registration and advising
Learning Spaces
Meeting rooms for study and collaboration
Tech Resources
Computer labs and high-speed Wi-Fi
Innovation Tools
3D printers, microscopes, laptops, and more
Community Programs
Events, wellness, and parenting resources
Military Center
Workshops and tools for Veterans and families
Locations
Find Your Nest
Choose the location that works best for you. Each Nest offers unique amenities while maintaining our commitment to supporting your success.
Open
San Diego
Located at NU’s Spectrum campus, offering military family and community specialty centers
- Computer lab and loaner laptops
- Kids Club by Toby Wells YMCA
- Veteran and military support
Open
Escondido
Flexible learning and collaboration space with access to NU academic and student support services.
- BS and MS in Cybersecurity cohort
- General education courses
- YMCA Kids Club
Coming Soon!
National City
Our newest location is coming soon to the South Bay area to serve students across Southern California.
- Student support services
- Community-focused amenities
- Technology-enabled space
Opening Winter 2026Visit the Nest or contact us to schedule a tour
-Michelle Elghardgui
Senior Director, The Nest