Online Doctor of Education (EdD) Degree

100% Online

Weekly class starts. No GRE/GMAT or residency required

Finish in 33 months*

Average completion time
*Will differ for Nursing Specialization

Career-Relevant Education

100% doctoral faculty. 1:1 learning format

Home » Programs » Doctor of Education

Doctor of Education (EdD)

Degree:

Online Doctor of Education (EdD) Degree

Application:

$0 application fee. No essays/exams.

The Doctor of Education degree program is designed for professionals who seek to lead improvements in practice within educational organizations. You will integrate conceptual constructs into your considerations of complex professional problems. Additionally, you will develop strategies, tactics, and policies, not only to improve practice and ensure regulatory compliance, but also with attention to issues of diversity, equity, inclusion, social justice, and ethical behavior.

In this program, specializations such as Curriculum and Teaching (CT), Early Childhood Education (ECE), Educational Leadership (EL), English Language Learning (ELL), Instructional Leadership (IL), Special Education (SE), and Sport Management (SM) have a curriculum focused on the PK-12 environment. Upon completion of the program, you will be prepared to recommend policies advancing equity and social justice in educational organizations; select ethical and regulatory compliant actions supporting the mission and vision of organizations; develop leadership skills through the integration of conceptual constructs with professional practice; create strategic and tactical plans to improve organizations; and construct theory-informed decisions for addressing complex problems of practice.

Degree Requirements

The EdD Program requires 48 credits for degree completion. Students who choose the Nursing Education specialization must take two additional specialization courses for a total of 54 credit hours. Additional credit hours may be allowed as needed to complete the dissertation research. If granted, additional courses will be added to the student degree program in alignment with the SAP and Academic Maximum Time to Completion policies. Students who do not complete their program in accordance with these policies may be dismissed.

National University awards credit in quarter units, with each academic year divided into four 12-week quarters. 

Each quarter is made up of three 4-week classes, with one class per month. Under the current policy, 4.5 units of credit are awarded for courses.

  • Individuals with a previously completed master’s degree will meet the basis of admission to the Doctor of Education Program.
  • Doctoral courses consist of methods, the pre-candidacy prospectus, and the dissertation with a Grade Point Average of 3.00 (“B”) or higher.
  • EdD students must demonstrate competency in specific subject areas prior to enrolling in any of the specialization or elective courses.

NU may accept a maximum of 12 semester credit hours in transfer toward the doctoral degree for graduate coursework completed toward a doctoral degree at an accredited college or university with a grade of “B” or better. Transfer credit is only awarded for coursework that is evaluated to be substantially equivalent in content with the required coursework for the EdD program. See the Transfer Credit policy for additional information.

Note: Students who complete NU’s EdS program may be eligible to apply up to 30 credits from the EdS program to the Sanford College of Education’s Doctoral programs. School dean (or their designee) approval is required to determine the number of applicable credit hours from EdS to the selected doctoral program.

Program at a Glance

Total Credit Hours: 48 Hours
Courses: 16 Courses
Recommended Completion Time: 33 Months
Next Start Date: Every Monday
Classroom Size: One

PRogram Requirements

9 Courses

3.0 Credits

This foundational course will introduce you to the concepts and practices of advanced graduate study. You will examine concepts and expectations of advanced graduate study and academic integrity as well as investigate best practices of scholarship and research. You will explore university resources and supports associated with student success, including technologies for learning and research. You will also evaluate the program process and requirements for success. Finally, you will advocate for self-care and reflection during your studies.

3.0 Credits

Academic writing is at the heart of scholarly writing. How you explore and navigate your topic of interest is both a personal and professional matter. In this course, you will integrate effective research and writing skills, and evaluate standards of academic writing, honesty, and integrity. Literature and writing are closely related, so this course also offers you a first chance to examine the elements of conceptual and theoretical frameworks and critique the role of supporting literature and inquiry with conceptual and theoretical frameworks. Finally, you will synthesize the frameworks commonly used in educational research.

3.0 Credits

You will develop effective search and scholarly writing strategies to create a scholarly review of literature. The course emphasizes how to: (a) use effective literature search strategies; (b) develop a scholarly synthesis of research literature; (c) organize research literature around identified research themes, including a study problem, purpose, and theoretical perspectives for an empirical research study; and (d) focus on developing a scholarly exposition that reflects divergent viewpoints and contrasting perspectives. The overarching goal of this course is for you to understand strategies to survey scholarly empirical and theoretical literature to avoid bias, focus on educational practice-based research problems, and address the required components of a scholarly literature review.

3.0 Credits

In this introductory research course, you will explore the underpinnings of the research process, examine research paradigms, and investigate theoretical and practical foundations of qualitative and quantitative research methodologies used within educational research. You will identify criteria for the development of a quality research study that is ethical, accurate, comprehensive, cohesive, and aligned. Specific course topics will involve the ethics of conducting research; data collection and analysis techniques; and issues of feasibility, trustworthiness, validity, reliability, generalizability or transferability, and rigor. This course is intended to familiarize you with concepts and skills associated with conducting theoretical and applied research.

3.0 Credits

This course offers foundational knowledge to become a critical consumer of statistical- based research literature as well as develop the necessary skillset for non-inferential quantitative analyses. The emphasis will be on understanding multivariate data, non-inferential and inferential statistical concepts, the conventions of quantitative data analysis, interpretation and critical inferences from statistical results. Statistical computations will be completed using statistical software applications for quantitative data analysis. The course culminates in a synthesis project to demonstrate statistical skills and aligned with APA guidelines for presentation of statistical results.

One of the following:

3.0 Credits

This course focuses on qualitative research methodology and designs and the methods used to collect and analyze data in educational research. You will examine the principles of qualitative research and explore commonly used designs (also referred to as qualitative traditions or genres) with a focus on application and feasibility. Qualitative data collection and analysis methods will be examined for their suitability with regard to the research design selected. Alignment between qualitative designs and research methods, issues of trustworthiness pertaining to qualitative research, and the role and responsibilities of the qualitative researcher will also be explored.

3.0 Credits

This course explores the quantitative research methodology and associated designs and methods. You will examine paradigmatic perspectives along with the tenets and conventions of quantitative research. This examination of designs and methods will include topics such as feasibility, validity, reliability, variable operationalization, inferential designs, and analytic software applications used within the quantitative research paradigm. You will also explore the components of aligned and coherent quantitative research designs that support meaningful research within the field of education.

One of the following:

3.0 Credits

This course builds on a foundational understanding of qualitative designs and measurements to focus on analyses of the data. The course takes you deeper into the skills and techniques necessary to ensure the appropriate analyses of qualitative data, including integrating relevant frameworks, verifying trustworthiness of the findings, and selecting suitable methods to present the analyses and findings.

3.0 Credits

This course explores the quantitative research methodology and associated designs and methods. You will examine paradigmatic perspectives along with the tenets and conventions of quantitative research. This examination of designs and methods will include topics such as feasibility, validity, reliability, variable operationalization, inferential designs, and analytic software applications used within the quantitative research paradigm. You will also explore the components of aligned and coherent quantitative research designs that support meaningful research within the field of education.

3.0 Credits

The doctoral comprehensive assessment is your opportunity to demonstrate your preparation for entering the dissertation phase as a doctoral candidate. You will synthesize discipline-specific content with research designs and methods as you create a prospectus for a problem of applied practice within an educational context. This prospectus will likely become the foundation of your dissertation. Note that you will take this course only after all foundation, specialization, and research courses have been completed

3.0 Credits

In this 12-week course, you will complete all relevant subsections of Section 1: Foundation. You will use your school-specific template and guidance from your chair to determine which subsections apply to your individual work. Section 1 must be completed and approved by your committee in order to pass the course and move forward. If you do not receive committee approval of Section 1, you will be able to take up to three supplemental 8-week courses to finalize and gain approval of Section 1.

3.0 Credits

In this 12-week course, you will compose all relevant subsections of Section 2: Methodology and Design and complete your proposal. Both of these components must be approved by your committee in order to pass the course and move forward. You will use your school-specific template and guidance from your chair to determine which subsections apply to your individual work. If you do not receive approval of Section 2 and the complete proposal, you will be able to take up to three 8-week supplementary courses to finalize and gain approval of Section 2 and your completed proposal.

3.0 Credits

In this course, you will prepare, submit, and obtain a determination from the Institutional Review Board (IRB) application before collecting data and, if applicable, executing your project modeling. You will also submit documentation that you have closed data collection. If you are still collecting data or modeling your project at the end of this 12-week course, you will be able to take up to three supplemental 8-week courses to complete the required components.

3.0 Credits

In this 12-week course, you will complete all relevant subsections of Section 3: Findings, Implications, and Recommendations, finalize your manuscript, and disseminate your findings. You will use your school-specific template and guidance from your chair to determine which subsections apply to your individual work. The final manuscript, which includes Section 3 and the dissemination of findings, must be approved by your committee in order to pass the course and be eligible to graduate. If you do not receive committee approval of all components, you will be able to take up to three supplemental 8-week courses to finalize these requirements and be eligible to graduate.

Doctor of Education (EdD) in Curriculum and Teaching

The Curriculum and Teaching specialization builds on your fundamental teaching and learning skills by providing the knowledge and professional competencies to enhance your instructional practice and leadership. The coursework provides a foundational understanding of research methods, statistics, and data analysis, while the specialty studies allow you to explore, develop, and assess contemporary teaching practices, including the evaluation of broader curriculum programs.

Learn More

Doctor of Education (EdD) in Early Childhood Education

In the Early Childhood Education specialization, you’ll build on your knowledge and skills in educational leadership by examining the latest research and findings on the growth and development of young children. Coursework provides a foundational understanding of research methods, statistics, and data analysis, while the specialty studies focus on curriculum, assessment, program administration, and the roles of families and communities in early childhood education. 

Learn More

Doctor of Education (EdD) in English Language Learning

The English Language Learning (ELL) specialization prepares professionals to become advanced practitioners and leaders in the field. Coursework provides a foundational understanding of research methods, statistics, and data analysis, while the specialty studies examine the latest teaching practices, assessment, and curriculum development for English language learners. In the final course, you’ll consider significant issues in ELL education, one of which may inspire your dissertation. Please note: if you’re seeking ELL/ESL certification, you should verify with state officials that this specialization meets applicable requirements. 

Learn More

Doctor of Education (EdD) in General Education

The General Education specialization allows you to select courses from a range of electives to fit your personal and professional goals. Core coursework provides a foundational understanding of research methods, statistics, and data analysis, while the specialty studies (12 credit hours) allow you to focus on topics of your choosing. You may select education courses at the 7000 or 8000 course-level, and up to two of these courses may be taken from other fields, i.e., psychology, technology, or business. With dean approval, you may even consider additional courses (more than two) from other disciplines to fulfill this requirement.

Learn More

Doctor of Education (EdD) in Instructional Leadership

The Instructional Leadership specialization provides education professionals with a strong background in instruction supervision and the ability to assess and interpret data. Core coursework provides a foundational understanding of research methods, statistics, and data analysis, while the specialty studies focus on building a culture of learning, supervising curriculum, improving organizational practices, and initiating educational innovation.

Learn More

Doctor of Education (EdD) in International Education and Globalization

The International Education and Globalization specialization prepares professional practitioners to apply the concepts of organizational training, development, and leadership to programs and institutions within different societies and cultures. The coursework provides you with a foundational understanding of research methods, statistics, and data analysis, while the specialty studies focus on practices and challenges within international education; conflict and mediation in diverse environments; and equity, inclusion, and social justice in a global context.

Learn More

Doctor of Education (EdD) in Leadership in Higher Education

The Leadership in Higher Education specialization prepares professionals for leadership in a variety of higher education institutions, including public, private, for-profit, and non-profit. The foundational coursework provides you with an in-depth understanding of research methods, statistics, and data analysis, while the specialty studies explore leadership across a variety of functions and considerations, such management and supervision, strategic planning and operations, legal issues, and financial concerns.

Learn More

Doctor of Education (EdD) in Nursing Education

The Nursing Education specialization prepares educators and leaders for professional roles in nursing education. The foundational coursework provides an in-depth understanding of research methods, statistics, and data analysis, while the specialty studies focus on instructional theory, evidence-based practices, evaluation methods, and the use of technology in nursing education.

Learn More

Doctor of Education (EdD) in Organizational Leadership

 

The Organizational Leadership specialization prepares professionals for leadership roles within educational organizations by providing the tools necessary to make things happen. The program is grounded in applied research and explores issues, practices, and resolutions in contemporary organizations. Coursework provides a foundational understanding of research methods, statistics, and data analysis, while the specialty studies focus on strategies for conflict resolution, building capacity, change management, and inspiring a shared vision.

Learn More

Doctor of Education (EdD) in School Safety, Security, and Emergency Management

The School Safety, Security, and Emergency Management specialization provides K-12 professionals, emergency management, and district management personnel the skills and tools to keep schools safe and secure for students, teachers, and the learning process. Program coursework provides you with a foundational understanding of research methods, statistics, and data analysis, while the specialty studies focus on technologies for managing safety, security, and emergencies; threat assessments of people and facilities; restorative justice and other alternatives to student discipline; and ways to implement and improve school safety plans.

Learn More

Doctor of Education (EdD) in Social-Emotional Learning

The Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) specialization provides education professionals, advanced classroom teachers, school counselors or psychologists, and administrators with an intensive examination of the five core competencies identified by the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL): self-awareness, self-management, responsible decision-making, relationship skills, and social awareness. Program coursework provides you with a foundational understanding of research methods, statistics, and data analysis, while the specialty studies examine CASEL competencies and their application across schools, classrooms, homes, and communities.

Learn More

Doctor of Education (EdD) in Special Education

The Special Education (SE) specialization is designed for professionals who work with gifted and disabled students in a variety of settings. The program covers a spectrum of related issues, including the development and characteristics of students, learning differences, and instructional strategies that address these special needs. Foundational coursework provides an in-depth understanding of research methods, statistics, and data analysis, while the specialty studies equip you with the knowledge and skills to plan, assess, and deliver instruction to gifted students and those with mental, physical, behavioral, or learning disabilities.

Learn More

Doctor of Education (EdD) in Trauma-Informed Educational Practices

The Trauma-Informed Educational Practices specialization builds on your professional teaching, learning, and administration skills by focusing on specific trauma-informed educational practices. The doctoral coursework provides an in-depth understanding of research methods, statistics, and data analysis, while the specialty studies extend across various educational settings and populations, preparing you for a trauma-informed approach to instruction. You’ll examine how trauma manifests in different populations and communities, specific trauma-informed strategies for the classroom, and how to strengthen resilience among both students and educators.

Learn More

Doctor of Education (EdD) in Leadership in Coaching and Sport Management

The specialization is designed to allow students to develop and enhance academic and practical skills for success in the academy and other career paths. The specialization reinforces principles in leadership, research, appreciation of literature, and data driven decision making, allowing graduates to create or enhance their own niche in the many disciplines of athletic coaching and sport management. Students will integrate professional and ethical essentials of leadership including DEI in athletic coaching and sport management and validate research principles to make data driven decisions in athletic coaching and sport management. Further, students will justify continual professional development in athletic coaching and sport management and cultivate effective communications with all audiences using a variety of delivery modalities. Finally, students will synthesize literature for research-based practice in athletic coaching and sport management and develop specialization content knowledge in the core and related courses.  The specialization blends coursework, research, and practical experience to prepare the graduates for careers in interscholastic, intercollegiate, professional, and recreational sport settings.

Learn More

Doctor of Education (EdD) in Online Teaching and Learning

This specialization integrates curriculum development, instructional design and course delivery using technology and online learning management systems. The specialization focuses on providing a knowledge base of current research for the planning and implementation of teaching and delivery modalities using instructional design methodologies incorporating educational media.

Learn More

Career Outlook

Data Source: The career outcomes data presented is sourced from Lightcast, which provides insights based on real-time job postings, public datasets, and analytics. Lightcast derives its data from sources such as the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW), and the Occupational Employment Statistics (OES). While accurate and reliable, this data reflects general labor market trends and may not represent individual outcomes or specific local conditions. For more details on Lightcast’s methodology, visit their Data Overview.

The Online Doctor of Education (EdD) degree will prepare you for careers such as:

  • Top Jobs in this field
  • Median Salary (USA)
  • JOB Openings (USA)
  • Education Administrators for Preschool and Childcare Programs
  • $52,134 avg. salary (USA)
  • 6,717 job openings (past yr.) past year
Plan, direct, or coordinate academic or nonacademic activities of preschools or childcare centers and programs, including before- and after-school care.
Median Salary:
$52,134 annual +8% above US average
Job Openings:
6,717 past year
Salary Range:
  • Low
    $34,373
  • Medium
    $52,134
  • High
    $94,582

Most desired skills

  1. Child Development
  2. Preschool Education
  3. Working With Children
  4. Marketing
  5. Early Childhood Education
  6. Lesson Planning
  7. Developmental Psychology

Top companies hiring for this role

  • Unclassified
  • KinderCare Education
  • YMCA
  • La Petite Academy
  • Learning Experience
  • Learning Care Group
  • Right At School
  • Education Administrators for Elementary and Secondary Schools
  • $102,861 avg. salary (USA)
  • 25,427 job openings (past yr.) past year
Plan, direct, or coordinate the academic, administrative, or auxiliary activities of kindergarten, elementary, or secondary schools.
Median Salary:
$102,861 annual +114% above US average
Job Openings:
25,427 past year
Salary Range:
  • Low
    $69,451
  • Medium
    $102,861
  • High
    $163,052

Most desired skills

  1. Student Services
  2. Special Education
  3. Curriculum Development
  4. Project Management
  5. Lesson Planning
  6. Child Development
  7. Data Analysis

Top companies hiring for this role

  • Unclassified
  • KinderCare Education
  • Childcare Network
  • Northrop Grumman
  • Learning Care Group
  • YMCA
  • Raytheon Technologies
  • Postsecondary Education Administrators
  • $102,187 avg. salary (USA)
  • 18,783 job openings (past yr.) past year
Plan, direct, or coordinate student instruction, administration, and services, as well as other research and educational activities, at postsecondary institutions, including universities, colleges, and junior and community colleges.
Median Salary:
$102,187 annual +112% above US average
Job Openings:
18,783 past year
Salary Range:
  • Low
    $62,569
  • Medium
    $102,187
  • High
    $209,659

Most desired skills

  1. Student Services
  2. Marketing
  3. Higher Education
  4. Academic Affairs
  5. Project Management
  6. Enrollment Management
  7. Registration

Top companies hiring for this role

  • Unclassified
  • University of California
  • Indiana University
  • California State University
  • The University of Texas System
  • State University of New York
  • Pennsylvania State University
  • Training and Development Specialists
  • $64,487 avg. salary (USA)
  • 45,624 job openings (past yr.) past year
Design or conduct work-related training and development programs to improve individual skills or organizational performance. May analyze organizational training needs or evaluate training effectiveness.
Median Salary:
$64,487 annual +34% above US average
Job Openings:
45,624 past year
Salary Range:
  • Low
    $35,854
  • Medium
    $64,487
  • High
    $118,227

Most desired skills

  1. Merchandising
  2. Process Improvement
  3. Business Process
  4. Performance Management
  5. Project Management
  6. Community Outreach
  7. Retail Operations

Top companies hiring for this role

  • Walmart
  • Unclassified
  • Abercrombie & Fitch
  • Whole Foods
  • Outlier
  • Milton Hershey School
  • Amazon
  • Instructional Coordinators
  • $75,121 avg. salary (USA)
  • 23,849 job openings (past yr.) past year
Develop instructional material, coordinate educational content, and incorporate current technology into instruction in order to provide guidelines to educators and instructors for developing curricula and conducting courses. May train and coach teachers. Includes educational consultants and specialists, and instructional material directors.
Median Salary:
$75,121 annual +56% above US average
Job Openings:
23,849 past year
Salary Range:
  • Low
    $45,561
  • Medium
    $75,121
  • High
    $117,232

Most desired skills

  1. Instructional Design
  2. Curriculum Development
  3. Learning Management Systems
  4. Project Management
  5. Adult Education
  6. Educational Technologies
  7. Special Education

Top companies hiring for this role

  • Unclassified
  • Stride K12
  • Pearson Education
  • University of California
  • Clark County School District
  • Cengage Learning
  • HSS

Program Outcomes

At National University, you can earn your Doctor of Education degree online, when it’s convenient for you. And although you attend class online, you still receive the personal support and guidance you deserve thanks to our one-to-one learning model. We also have no residency requirements, no GRE/GMAT requirements, and no group projects. This offers the flexibility you need to fit higher education into your busy schedule.

Learning Objectives

Upon successful completion of National University’s Doctor of Education program, you will be able to:

  • Recommend policies advancing equity and social justice in educational organizations
  • Select ethical and regulatory compliant actions supporting the mission and vision of organizations
  • Develop leadership skills through the integration of theoretical constructs with professional practice
  • Create strategic and tactical plans to improve organizations
  • Construct theory-informed decisions for addressing complex problems of practice
woman smiling at man taking notes

Admissions

Transfer Students Welcome

More about transferring to NU.

Admission to the Doctor of Education program requires a conferred post-baccalaureate master’s degree or doctoral degree from a regionally or nationally accredited academic institution. Examples of acceptable doctoral degrees include Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and Doctor of Education (EdD).

In addition to general requirements for admission to an EdD program, applicants to the EdD program with specialization in Nursing Education must provide a copy of the following:

  • A valid and active RN license from the United States
  • A master’s degree in nursing (MSN) 

To speak with an Enrollment Advisor, call 866.776.0331 or email [email protected]. Ready to apply? Start your NU application today.

woman smiling at man taking notes

Scholarships and Financial Aid

National University is dedicated to making higher education affordable, as well as accessible. Through NU scholarship offerings, eligible students are able to reduce the financial burden of college, start classes sooner, and finish their programs faster while focusing on achieving their goals.

Dissertation Completion Pathway (DCP) is a 100% online pathway helping “All But Dissertation” students finish their doctoral degree.

  • Block transfer of credit from your previous institution
  • Flexible monthly start dates
  • Highly trained faculty providing feedback each week on your dissertation
  • Strategic support and targeted resources to help you finish

Accreditations

WASC Senior College and University Commission logo

The Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) accredits public and private schools, colleges, and universities in the U.S.

woman with toddler smiling

Why National University?

We’re proud to be a Veteran-founded, San Diego-based nonprofit. Since 1971, our mission has been to provide accessible, achievable higher education to adult learners.

Today, we educate students from across the U.S. and around the globe, with over 240,000 alumni worldwide.

headshot of Francisco, class of 2016

“National University has impacted my career. You can immediately apply what you learn in class to your business.”

Francisco R.,

Class of 2016

What makes a degree
with National University unique?

Free Tutoring Sessions

Access personalized tutoring sessions at no cost — empowering your learning.

Online

Flexibility meets quality education with our online learning option.

24/7 Support

Get assistance anytime, anywhere with our round-the-clock support services.

Military Friendly

Committed to serving those who serve — diverse resources and support for veterans and family. Military and Veteran Admissions.

Mentoring Network

Individual student and alumni career guidance, professional development opportunities, and customized career support.

Transfer Students Welcome

NU makes it easy to get your degree, even if you started it with another university. Learn more about transferring to NU.

Accelerate Your Career With NU

At National University, you’re part of a family. As a student, you’ll have the support of staff, faculty members, students, and alumni who will be there with you every step of the way, cheering you on as you pursue your goals.

Our network of 240,000 alumni is a large global community that provides our graduates with the professional connections to get a leg up in your new career.

man and woman in graduation cap and gown smiling among other graduating students

FAQs

With a Doctor of Education degree, you can join or advance in the education field, both in K-12 and postsecondary. Between 2020 and 2030, the postsecondary education administrator field is expected to grow 8%, and the national median salary for human resources managers is around $97,500.* 

Here are just a few career opportunities**:

  • Educators (K-12 or higher education)
  • Education administrators (K-12 or higher education)
  • Training and development specialists
  • Human resource personnel
  • Related education professionals (school social workers, resource officers, guidance counselors)
  • Nonprofit organizations
  • Non-governmental organizations 

*Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, the internet, at  https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/postsecondary-education-administrators.htm,  (viewed [3-2-22). Cited projections may not reflect local and short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth.

**Positions may require additional experience, training, and other factors beyond successfully completing this degree program. Depending on where you reside, many positions may also require state licensure, and it is the responsibility of the student to ensure that all licensure requirements are met. We encourage you to also review program-specific requirements with an NU advisor. Any data provided on this page is for informational purposes only and does not guarantee that completion of any degree program will achieve the underlying occupation or commensurate salary.

Program Disclosure

Successful completion and attainment of National University degrees do not lead to automatic or immediate licensure, employment, or certification in any state/country. The University cannot guarantee that any professional organization or business will accept a graduate’s application to sit for any certification, licensure, or related exam for the purpose of professional certification.

Program availability varies by state. Many disciplines, professions, and jobs require disclosure of an individual’s criminal history, and a variety of states require background checks to apply to, or be eligible for, certain certificates, registrations, and licenses. Existence of a criminal history may also subject an individual to denial of an initial application for a certificate, registration, or license and/or result in the revocation or suspension of an existing certificate, registration, or license. Requirements can vary by state, occupation, and/or licensing authority.

NU graduates will be subject to additional requirements on a program, certification/licensure, employment, and state-by-state basis that can include one or more of the following items: internships, practicum experience, additional coursework, exams, tests, drug testing, earning an additional degree, and/or other training/education requirements.

All prospective students are advised to review employment, certification, and/or licensure requirements in their state, and to contact the certification/licensing body of the state and/or country where they intend to obtain certification/licensure to verify that these courses/programs qualify in that state/country, prior to enrolling. Prospective students are also advised to regularly review the state’s/country’s policies and procedures relating to certification/licensure, as those policies are subject to change.

National University degrees do not guarantee employment or salary of any kind. Prospective students are strongly encouraged to review desired job positions to review degrees, education, and/or training required to apply for desired positions. Prospective students should monitor these positions as requirements, salary, and other relevant factors can change over time.

Back to top