You’ve learned a lot during your years in service and developed a number of military skills that can translate into civilian life. You’ve figured out what you’re good at, what you’re interested in, and have some ideas of how you want to spend the rest of your life. We’ve broken down military to civilian jobs …

A new report by National University reviews U.S. student visa records with a special focus on the F-1 visa, which allows international students to study full-time at accredited schools, colleges, language programs, or universities in the United States. Between October 2022 and May 2025, we analyzed data from over 1.4 million visa issuances, tracking where …

Are you thinking about pursuing a doctoral degree? It can open up a world of opportunities, whether you’re aiming for a career in research, academia, or advancing in a professional field. But it’s also a major commitment, one that requires thoughtful planning, preparation, and a clear understanding of what the journey entails. A doctorate is …

Three city employees recognized for public service and educational achievement in partnership with California Coast Credit Union SAN DIEGO, CA (Dec. 10, 2025) — National University (NU) — a nonprofit working, military, and nontraditional student–serving institution that supports 50,000 degree-seeking students and 80,000 workforce and professional development learners annually — announced today that City of …

More than 51.5 million adults experience some type of mental health issue each year: that’s according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness. A growing number of people of all ages are seeking care from mental health professionals for conditions ranging from anxiety and depression to stress and substance abuse. A master’s degree in counseling …

Data science is an interdisciplinary field that uses scientific methods, processes, algorithms, and systems to extract knowledge and insights from structured and unstructured data. It integrates statistics, computer science, and information science to analyze and interpret complex data. At its core, data science is about extracting meaningful information from vast amounts of data. This involves …

The 2021 global outage of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp created havoc for the nearly 3 billion users who relied on them. It was caused by a network misconfiguration during routine maintenance and errors in Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), a key set of rules for routing internet traffic. The outage only lasted about six hours, but …

Procedural dramas like CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, NCIS, and Law and Order: SVU increased awareness of forensics and its role in crime scene investigations. Forensic science educators and law enforcement professionals both stress that a career in crime scene investigation is not exactly as it’s portrayed on the screen. Most crimes are not neatly solved …

The San Diego-based University’s CREATE initiative will leverage the expertise of non-traditional students to expand sponsored research, translate academic discovery into innovations in high-demand industries San Diego, CA – December 4, 2025  –  National University (NU)—a nonprofit, Veteran-founded institution serving more than 130,000 working, military, and nontraditional learners annually—today announced a new applied research and …

The question of how to become an RN in California can be complex, as there are many paths and degree options available to you. It’s important to understand the various educational and career options open to you so that you can choose a nursing education program that will help you achieve your goals. National University …

Online learning is decades old and gained traction in the 1990s thanks to expanded accreditation and participation by major universities. Online enrollment has steadily increased since then and surged during the pandemic. As of 2024, 54.7% of students in postsecondary institutions were enrolled in at least one online class.  Old stigmas and misconceptions about online …

Criminal justice statistics provide invaluable insights into the field, shedding light on key trends in degrees, employment, earnings, and demographics. These statistics highlight the wide range of opportunities within criminal justice while equipping prospective students and professionals with the data needed to make informed decisions about their education and career paths. Understanding these figures helps …

Effective conflict resolution in relationships depends less on avoiding disagreement and more on how disagreements are managed. Evidence-based approaches, including the Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), emphasize active listening, emotional regulation, and collaborative problem-solving as the core skills that distinguish couples who grow closer through conflict from those whose bonds erode. The most consistently supported techniques include using “I” statements to express feelings without blame, validating a partner’s perspective even when you disagree, and focusing on one issue at a time rather than raising accumulated grievances.

Criminal justice administration is a leadership- and operations-focused discipline within the broader criminal justice field, applying management, policy, and organizational principles to the agencies and institutions that make up the justice system, including law enforcement, the courts, corrections, and rehabilitation programs. As defined by federal regulation and confirmed in NU’s own program materials, the field encompasses the detection, apprehension, and detention of suspects; pretrial and adjudication processes; correctional supervision and rehabilitation; and the collection and management of criminal history information.

According to a 2025 report from the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center, students earning traditional college degrees have declined, while certificate completions are trending upward. Certificate completion has hit a 10-year high for the third consecutive year, while bachelor’s and associate degree attainment have declined for the same period. So, certificates are on the rise, …

The most valuable degrees for law enforcement careers are criminal justice, criminology, psychology, sociology, computer science, and public administration, with criminal justice being the most direct pathway and computer science increasingly sought for specialized roles in cybersecurity and digital forensics. While a high school diploma remains the minimum requirement for most local and municipal departments, five of the 15 highest-paying criminal justice jobs in the United States require at least a bachelor’s degree, and some federal law enforcement agencies now require at minimum a bachelor’s degree for new hires.

If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve been thinking about taking the next step in your academic or professional journey. Maybe you’re at a crossroads, asking yourself whether a doctoral degree is the right move. It’s a major commitment, but one that can open doors, deepen your expertise, and position you to make a meaningful …

A National University analysis of 74 college majors, evaluating unemployment rates, underemployment rates, and projected job growth through 2033, found that STEM and healthcare fields dominate the top rankings, with nursing placing first overall at a 1.42% unemployment rate, followed by mathematics, computer science, and engineering disciplines. STEM fields are projected to grow up to 28.4% through 2033, while business and finance degrees, particularly accounting and information systems, offer steady 6-7% job growth and low unemployment rates, with accounting placing among the top 15 at a 1.88% unemployment rate.