MASTER’S DEGREE PROGRAMS
Build Your Professional Authority With a Master’s Degree
Career-Focused Graduate Degrees
WSCUC-Accredited Programs
Flexible Online Options
Scholarships Available
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Online and Hybrid Graduate Degrees from National University
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Elevate your leadership skills and command higher earning potential without stepping away from your current career. National University’s rigorous yet flexible master’s programs provide the strategic acumen and operational expertise top organizations demand. With accelerated course formats and generous credit transfer policies, NU offers a streamlined path to turn your professional experience into a recognized advanced credential.
- 80+ graduate degrees in top fields including business, healthcare, education, technology, public service, and psychology
- Fit advanced degree coursework into your busy schedule with flexible online options
- Gain practical strategies from faculty with real-world executive and industry experience
- Connect with a global network of 250,000+ alumni leading across public and private sectors
How NU Supports Graduate Students
Flexible Online Learning
Balance high-level academic rigor with your demanding career through 100%-online coursework.
Career Advancement
Get executive career guidance and resources to help you pursue leadership opportunities.
Professional Networking
Build connections with industry professionals, mentors, and the NU alumni community.
Veteran-Founded
Earn a respected degree from a WSCUC-accredited institution dedicated to student success since 1971.
Master Your Future With 20% off Tuition
Investing in a master’s degree can open new possibilities for your career. National University’s Master Your Future Scholarship helps make it possible with 20% off your tuition.
Master Your Future Scholarship
Save 20% on master’s degree tuition at National University
Designed for students with demonstrated financial need
Preference given to students with strong academic history
Can be combined with other financial aid and external scholarships
Terms and Conditions Apply
Hear From NU Students and Alums
Affordable and Flexible
The online modality and flexibility of the program enable me to continue my work in higher education while advancing my academic and professional goals.
Berenice V.
Class of 2025
Personalized Support
National University has made my transition to a new school easy and stress-free. My professors and advisors are responsive and helpful. I have a support system, which has been essential to my success.
Alexis L.
Class of 2025
Military Friendly
As a Navy Veteran, it means the world to have a school show the military and its Veterans so much respect and love for our time and service.
Kareece B.
Class of 2024
Why National University?
Whole Human Education™ is National University’s approach to your lasting success, covering three essential areas: Learning, Support, and Value. It delivers flexible education, personalized services, and career-focused outcomes, so you can reach your goals without putting life on hold.
From free tutoring and mentoring to wellness resources and financial guidance, this is Whole Human Education, and you’ll only find it at National University.
Built on Three Pillars for Student Success
Learning
Education designed for busy learners with flexible online and hybrid programs and courses as short as four weeks.
Support
Academic guidance, wellness resources, scholarship opportunities, and experienced faculty who care.
Value
Career-connected learning that builds real skills for a return on your education that extends beyond graduation.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can I transfer previous graduate-level credits?
Yes. NU allows you to transfer eligible graduate coursework and evaluate real-world professional credentials to reduce your total course load. A dedicated advisor will review your transcripts, so you know exactly how much time and money you’ll save.
Can I balance graduate-level coursework with a demanding work schedule?
Our graduate programs are designed for busy, working professionals. Through 100%-online course formats and 4-, 8-, and 12-week classes, and year-round enrollment for many programs, you can study when and where your schedule allows.
How long does it take to complete an online master’s degree?
At NU, most students complete their master’s degrees in about 18 to 24 months, depending on the program, transfer credits, and whether they study full-time or part-time.
Are online master’s degrees credible and respected by employers?
Without question. NU holds institutional accreditation through the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC), and our online master’s degrees have the same rigor as traditional onsite programs.
What support is available to help me succeed in my master’s program?
At NU, you’ll have access to personalized support designed to help you succeed academically, professionally, and personally. You’ll get free tutoring and academic support, career counseling and job-search services, wellness resources, and one-to-one guidance from friendly advisors, faculty, and mentors.
Boost your credentials with a career-focused master’s degree.
