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2018GENERALCATALOG
2017/2018GENERAL CATALOGVolume 81 October 2, 2017National University Academic Headquarters11255 North Torrey Pines Road La Jolla, CA 92037-1011 (858) 642-8800
MESSAGE FROM THE CHANCELLORFOR NATIONAL UNIVERSITYDear Student,It is a great pleasure to welcome you to the National University family of dedicated facultyand staff, an exceptional student body, and over 150,000 alumni. We are excited to supportyou in reaching your educational goals and we are committed to delivering an exceptionalstudent experience.National University is a private nonprofit university that has distinguished itself byoffering market-relevant degrees through innovative programs that enable graduatesto lead effective change in their communities. As part of National University, you joinan even larger community of students who are part of the National University System.Together we share a common approach to learning and fostering student success whilecreating new and exciting pathways for your educational future.MICHAEL R.CUNNINGHAM, Ph.D.ChancellorNational University SystemSince the creation of the National University System, we continue to build on thefoundation that National University laid in 1971 when it began its pioneering workserving adult learners in new and creative formats. Today, NUS is comprised of: National University: The founding institution, which continues to provideinnovative educational solutions to adults and military veterans City University of Seattle: Emphasizes master’s and doctoral degrees, whileestablishing choice through competency-based and international programs John F. Kennedy University: Focuses on community and social justice, largelythrough differentiated graduate and doctoral programs in psychology and law The Division of Pre-College Programs: Fosters the success of the next generationof K-12 learners through the National University Academy and the NationalUniversity Virtual High SchoolThe System also oversees the Sanford Education Programs, three programs inspired bythe vision of renowned philanthropist T. Denny Sanford to address critical needs in theeducation and nonprofit sectors. Sanford Harmony and Sanford Inspire provide innovativeresources for the PreK-12 education sector and the Sanford Institute of Philanthropyoffers educational programs to help nonprofits become more effective at fundraising anddonor relationships.Connected by shared values of service and community, the affiliates of the NationalUniversity System serve students in ways that meet their individual needs throughaccessibility to high-quality programs that incorporate current research, the latesttechnological advances, and teachings that are relevant to the real world. The System’snetwork of complementary universities offer pathways for students to attain professionaland terminal degrees, while recognizing and maximizing the value of faculty, staff, andpartners, and maintaining a true commitment to the community.As graduates can attest, an education from a National University System affiliateprovides the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed and lead in today’s ever-changingenvironment.Thank you for choosing National University and Welcome!Sincerely,Michael R. Cunningham, Ph.D.nu.eduGENERAL CATALOG 2018 // NATIONAL UNIVERSITYiii
MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENTFOR NATIONAL UNIVERSITYDear Student,On behalf of the Board of Trustees, faculty, staff, alumni and your fellow students, it is mypleasure to welcome you to National University. We are so pleased that you have chosen topursue your academic goals with us, and to become part of our transformational communityof lifelong learners.The demand for graduates with a strong academic foundation and superior market-relevantskills has never been stronger. At National University, we are committed to guidingstudents toward achieving their education and career goals. Remaining true to our mission,we continue to identify innovative programs, services and academic pathways to preparestudents for today’s dynamic, ever-changing workplace.DAVID W.ANDREWS, Ph.D.PresidentNational UniversityFounded in 1971, National University was among the first institutions in the United Statesto recognize and focus on the unique educational needs of non-traditional learners. Today,National University is among the largest private nonprofit institutions of higher learning inCalifornia. The University is unique because of its intensive one-course-per-month format,regional campuses, and flexible degree programs which enable students to complete theirdegree programs in an accelerated time frame.Our goal is to deliver an exceptional student experience, ensuring that the education youreceive is among the most rigorous, relevant, and rewarding in higher learning. In additionto our focus on quality, innovation and access, we also believe in encouraging collaborationsthat serve the public good and look for ways to weave that into our offerings.With roots as a technology leader, National University remains focused on providingstudents state-of-the-art learning experiences, including high-tech classrooms and a librarywith one of the largest collections of e-books in the United States. The University offersmore than 100 programs that are available either completely or partially online, allowingstudents locally, nationally, and globally to pursue a broad range of degrees and credentials.We are enriched not only by the extraordinary, diverse faculty and staff, but also by ourunique student population that represents a wide range of backgrounds from workingprofessionals to military personnel.Our commitment to providing the support and resources to meet students’ needs remainsour top priority. We are proud to offer additional resources through partnerships, programsand scholarships to assist students in achieving their goals. The Student Concierge Serviceand Veteran Center are focused on your needs throughout the year and can assist you inmany ways, including acting as a liaison with other units in the University, as an advocatefor you as you navigate the University’s processes and programs, and as a central source ofquality assurance. National University Career Services offers students and alumni supportwith identifying and fulfilling career goals.National University is proud of what it has accomplished in the past 46 years, and we lookforward to sharing an even more distinguished future with you as we continue to seek newand better ways to address your needs as a student and lifelong learner.I wish you the best of luck and much success.Sincerely,David W. Andrews, Ph.D.nu.eduGENERAL CATALOG 2018 // NATIONAL UNIVERSITYv
For More Information(800) NAT-UNIV (628-8648)Current Students(866) NU-ACCESS (682-2237)Student Concierge Services(866) NU-ACCESS ext 8900Visit Us on the Webwww.nu.eduNote: The University reserves the right to change or modify policies, regulations, curricula, courses, tuition and fees, or any other aspect of its programsdescribed in this catalog at any time.Not all courses or programs listed in this catalog will be available at everycampus or online. Not all facilities, equipment and other resources will beavailable at every campus.Catalog Effective DateOctober 2, 2017Accredited ByWASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)985 Atlantic AvenueSuite 100Alameda, CA 94501(510) 748-9001wascsr@wascsenior.orgApproved ByCommission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC)1900 Capital AvenueSacramento, CA 94244Accredited ByCommission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing ProgramOne Dupont CircleNW, Suite 530Washington, D.C. 20036-1120(202) 463-6930Accredited ByInternational Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE)for the School of Business and ManagementP.O. Box 25217Overland Park, KS 66225(913) 631-3009iacbe@grapevine.netviNATIONAL UNIVERSITY // GENERAL CATALOG 2018nu.edu
TABLE OF CONTENTSnu.eduiiiA Message From the ChancellorvA Message From the President2Calendar At a Glance3Class Schedules6Locations8Department Directory9Campus Administration10Board of Trustees10National University System Administration11National University Administration13General Information23Student Support Services29Financial Aid and Scholarships41Policies and Procedures63Academic Information for Undergraduate Degrees75Academic Information for Graduate Degreesand Credentials81General Education87College of Letters and Sciences141School of Business and Management169Sanford College of Education223Sanford College of Education Credential Information233School of Engineering and Computing255School of Health and Human Services293School of Professional Studies315Nevada Programs331National University Language Institute337Course Descriptions449IndexGENERAL CATALOG 2018 // NATIONAL UNIVERSITY1
CLASS CALENDAR AT A GLANCEJULY 293031JANUARY 2018DECEMBER 2017NOVEMBER 018281239251F21729T82418W116MTW23SMT1SSTOCTOBER 2017SEPTEMBER 2017AUGUST 2017S7WFSFEBRUARY 20212930282930312526272815TTFS12331MARCH 2018SMTWMAY 2018APRIL 2018TFSSMTWTFS1231234567891011121314S6M7JUNE TFSSM1234567JULY 2018TOCTOBER 2018SEPTEMBER 2018AUGUST 5262728292829303129303130DECEMBER 2018NOVEMBER 223252627282930Term Start Date12345NATIONAL UNIVERSITY // GENERAL CATALOG 2018678Last Week of ClassesNational University Break - No ClassesNational Holiday Observed - No Classesnu.edu
CALENDAR AND CLASS SCHEDULES2018 WINTER2019 WINTERSummer Break: Sunday, July 2 – Saturday July 8New Year’s Day: Monday, January 1New Year’s Day: Tuesday, January 1Independence Day: Tuesday, July 4Winter Quarter Begins: Monday, January 8Winter Quarter Begins: Monday, January 7Summer Quarter Begins: Monday, July 10Martin Luther King’s Birthday: Monday, January 15Martin Luther King’s Birthday: Monday, January 21Labor Day: Monday, September 4President’s Day: Monday, February 19President’s Day: Monday, February 18Summer Quarter Ends: Saturday, September 30Winter Quarter Ends: Saturday, March 31Winter Quarter Ends: Saturday, March 302017 FALL2018 SPRING2019 SPRINGFall Quarter Begins: Monday, October 2Spring Break: Sunday, April 1 – Saturday, April 7Spring Break: Sunday, March 31 – Saturday, April 6Thanksgiving: Thursday, November 23 andFriday, November 24Spring Quarter Begins: Monday, April 9Spring Quarter Begins: Monday, April 8Fall Quarter Ends: Saturday, December 23Northern Commencement: Sunday, April 22Memorial Day: Monday, May 27Southern Commencement: Saturday, May 19Spring Quarter Ends: Saturday, June 29Winter Break: Sunday, December 24 –Saturday, January 6Christmas Eve: Sunday, December 24Christmas: Monday, December 25Memorial Day: Monday, May 282019 SUMMERSpring Quarter Ends: Saturday, June 30Summer Break: Sunday, June 30 – Saturday, July 62018 SUMMERIndependence Day: Thursday, July 4Summer Break: Sunday, July 1 – Saturday, July 7Summer Quarter Begins: Monday, July 8Independence Day: Wednesday, July 4Labor Day: Monday, September 2Summer Quarter Begins: Monday, July 9Summer Quarter Ends: Saturday, September 28Labor Day: Monday, September 3Summer Quarter Ends: Saturday, September 292018 FALLFall Quarter Begins: Monday, October 1Thanksgiving: Thursday, November 22 andFriday, November 23CALENDAR & CLASS SCHEDULES2017 SUMMER2019 FALLFall Quarter Begins: Monday, September 30Thanksgiving: Thursday, November 28 andFriday, November 29Fall Quarter Ends: Saturday, December 21Fall Quarter Ends: Saturday, December 22Winter Break: Sunday, December 22 –Sunday, January 5Winter Break: Sunday, December 23 –Sunday, January 6, 2019Christmas: Wednesday, December 25Christmas Eve: Tuesday, December 24Christmas Eve: Monday, December 24Christmas: Tuesday, December 25nu.eduGENERAL CATALOG 2018 // NATIONAL UNIVERSITY3
UNDERGRADUATE CLASS SCHEDULEUndergraduate classes are 4.5 quarter units, 45 contact hours, unless otherwise noted. All online classes begin on Mondays, with the exception of those terms whenMonday is a holiday. In these cases, online courses begin on Tuesday. Ending dates vary by program. National University’s academic year is divided into four twelve-weekquarters, each composed of three one-month classes. Undergraduate day classes are held either Monday and Wednesday orTuesday and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Classes are held two evenings each week from 5:30 to 10 p.m. Eight-week class schedules are listed in SOAR. Undergraduate students generally attend two Saturday sessions from8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. or 1 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. 24 month calendar follows:WEEKDAYTIMESATURDAY SCHEDULEMonday/Wednesday(8 sessions)5:30 p.m. - 10 p.m.8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. or 1 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.Normally two Saturdays, three Saturdays if weekday holiday makes it necessary.Tuesday/Thursday(8 sessions)5:30 p.m. - 10 p.m.8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. or 1 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.Normally two Saturdays, three Saturdays if weekday holiday makes it necessary.ONSITE UNDERGRADUATE CLASS SCHEDULEMonday and Wednesday2017 / SUMMERJuly 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 29 (8-12:30), 31, August 2, 5 (8-12:30)August 7, 9, 14, 16, 19 (8-12:30), 21, 23, 28, 30, September 2 (1-5:30)September 6, 9 (8-12:30), 11, 13, 18, 20, 23 (8-12:30), 25, 27, 30 (8-12:30)2017 / FALLOctober 2, 4, 9, 11, 14 (8-12:30), 16, 18, 23, 25, 28 (1-5:30)October 30, November 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 18 (8-12:30), 20, 22, 25 (8-12:30)November 27, 29, 4, 6, 11, 13, 16 (8-12:30), 18, 20, 23 (1-5:30)2018 / WINTERJanuary 8, 10, 17, 20 (8-12:30), 22, 24, 27 (8-12:30), 29, 31, February 3 (8-12:30)February 5, 7, 10 (8-12:30), 12, 14, 21, 24 (8-12:30), 26, 28, March 3 (8-12:30)March 5, 7, 12, 14, 17 (8-12:30), 19, 21, 26, 28, 31 (8-12:30)2018 / SPRINGApril 9, 11, 16, 18, 21 (8-12:30), 23, 25, 30, May 1, 3 (8-12:30)May 7, 9, 12 (8-12:30), 14, 16, 19 (8-12:30), 21, 23, 30, June 2 (8-12:30)June 4, 6, 11, 13, 16 (8-12:30), 18, 20, 25, 27, 30 (8-12:30)2018 / SUMMERJuly 9, 11, 16, 18, 21 (8-12:30), 23, 25, 30, August 1, 4 (8-12:30)August 6, 8, 13, 15, 18 (8-12:30), 20, 22, 27, 29, September 1 (8-12:30)September 5, 10, 12, 15 (8-12:30), 17, 19, 22 (8-12:30), 24, 26, 29 (8-12:30)2018 / FALLOctober 1, 3, 8, 10, 13 (8-12:30), 15, 17, 22, 24, 27 (8-12:30)October 29, 31, November 5, 7, 10 (8-12:30), 19, 21, 24 (8-12:30)November 26, 28, December 3, 5, 8 (8-12:30), 10, 12, 17, 19, 22 (8-12:30)2019 / WINTERJanuary 7, 9, 12 (8-12:30), 14, 16, 23, 26 (8-12:30), 28, 30, February 2 (8-12:30)February 4, 6, 9 (8-12:30), 11, 13, 20, 23 (8-12:30), 25, 27, March 2 (8-12:30)March 4, 6, 11, 13, 16 (8-12:30), 18, 20, 25, 27, 30 (8-12:30)2019 / SPRINGApril 8, 10, 15, 17, 20 (8-12:30), 22, 24, 29, May 1, 4 (8-12:30)May 6, 8, 11 (8-12:30), 13, 15, 18 (8-12:30), 20, 22, 29, June 1 (8-12:30)June 3, 5, 10, 12, 15 (8-12:30), 17, 19, 24, 26, 29 (8-12:30)2019 / SUMMERJuly 8, 10, 15, 17, 20 (8-12:30), 22, 24, 29, 31, August 3 (8-12:30)August 5, 7, 12, 14, 17 (8-12:30), 19, 21, 26, 28, 31 (8-12:30)September 4, 9, 11, 14 (8-12:30), 16, 18, 21 (8-12:30), 23, 25, 28 (8-12:30)2019 / FALLSeptember 30, October 2, 7, 9, 12 (8-12:30), 14, 16, 21, 23, 26 (8-12:30)October 28, 30, November 4, 6, 9 (8-12:30), 11, 13, 18, 20, 23 (8-12:30)November 25, 27 December 2, 4, 7 (1-5:30), 9, 11, 16, 18, 21 (8-12:30)4NATIONAL UNIVERSITY // GENERAL CATALOG 2018ONSITE UNDERGRADUATE CLASS SCHEDULETuesday and Thursday2017 / SUMMERJuly 11, 13, 18, 20, 22 (8-12:30), 25, 27, August 1, 3, 5 (1-5:30)August 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 26 (8-12:30), 29, 31, September 2 (8-12:30)September 5, 7, 12. 14, 16 (8-12:30), 19, 21, 26, 28, 30 (1-5:30)2017 / FALLOctober 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 21 (8-12:30), 24, 26, 28 (8-12:30)October 31, November 2, 4 (8-12:30), 7, 9, 11 (8-12:30), 14, 16, 21, 25 (1-5:30)November 28, 30, December 5, 7, 9 (8-12:30), 12, 14, 19, 21, 23 (8-12:30)2018 / WINTERJanuary 9, 11, 16, 18, 20 (1-5:30), 23, 25, 30, February 1, 3 (1-5:30)February 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 24 (1-5:30), 27, March 1, 3 (1-5:30)March 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 24 (1-5:30), 27, 29, 31 (1-5:30)2018 / SPRINGApril 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 28 (8-12:30), May 1, 3, 5 (1-5:30)May 8, 10, 12 (1-5:30), 15. 17, 22, 24, 29, 31, June 2 (1-5:30)June 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 23 (8-12:30), 26, 28, 30 (1-5:30)2018 / SUMMERJuly 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 29, 28 (8-12:30), 31, August 2, 4 (1-5:30)August 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 25 (8-12:30), 28, 30, September 1 (1-5:30)September 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 22 (1-5:30), 25, 27, 29 (1-5:30)2018 / FALLOctober 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 20 (8-12:30), 23, 25, 27 (1-5:30)October 30, November 3 (8-12:30), 6, 8, 13, 15, 17 (8-12:30), 20, 24 (1-5:30)November 27, 29, December 4, 6, 11, 13, 15 (8-12:30), 18, 20, 22 (1-5:30)2019 / WINTERJanuary 8, 10, 12 (1-5:30), 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, 31, February 2 (1-5:30)February 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 23 (1-5:30), 26, 28, March 2 (1-5)March 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 23 (8-12:30), 26, 28, 30 (1-5:30)2019 / SPRINGApril 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, 27 (8-12:30), 30, May 2, 4 (1-5:30)May 7, 9, 11 (1-5:30), 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30, June 1 (1-5:30)June 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 22 (8-12:30), 25, 27, 29 (1-5:30)2019 / SUMMERJuly 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, 27 (8-12:30) 30, August 1, 3 (1-5:30)August 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 24 (8-12:30), 27, 29, 31 (1-5:30)September 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 21 (1-5:30), 24, 26, 28 (1-5:30)2019 / FALLOctober 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 19 (8-12:30), 22, 24, 26 (1-5:30)October 29, 31, November 5, 7, 12, 14, 16 (8-12:30), 19, 21, 23 (1-5:30)November 26, December 3, 5, 7 (8-12:30), 10, 12, 14 (8-12:30), 17, 19,21 (1-5:30)nu.edu
GRADUATE CLASS SCHEDULEGraduate classes are 4.5 quarter units, 40 contact hours, unless otherwise noted. All online classes begin on Mondays, with the exception of those terms when Mondayis a holiday. In these cases, online courses begin on Tuesday. Ending dates vary by program. National University’s academic year is divided into four twelve-weekquarters, each composed of three one-month classes. Graduate students meet for a final session on the last Saturday of the fourweek term, either from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. or 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Classes are held two evenings each week from 5:30 to 10 p.m. Eight-week class schedules are listed in SOAR. 24 month calendar follows:TIMEMonday/Wednesday(8 sessions)5:30 p.m. - 10 p.m.8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. or 1 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.Normally one Saturday, two Saturdays if weekday holiday makes it necessary.Tuesday/Thursday(8 sessions)5:30 p.m. - 10 p.m.8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. or 1 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.Normally one Saturday, two Saturdays if weekday holiday makes it necessary.ONSITE GRADUATE CLASS SCHEDULEMonday and Wednesday2017 / SUMMERJuly 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31 August 2, 5 (8:30-12:30)August 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30, September 2 (1-5)September 6, 9 (8:30-12:30), 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27, 30 (8:30-12:30)2017 / FALLOctober 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, 28 (1-5)October 30, November 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 25 (8:30-12:30)November 27, 29, December 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 23 (1-5)2018 / WINTERJanuary 8, 10, 17, 22, 24, 27 (8-12:30), 29, 31, February 3 (8:30-12:30)February 5, 7, 10 (8-12:30), 12, 14, 21, 26, 28, March 3 (8:30-12:30)March 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28, 31 (8:30-12:30)2018 / SPRINGApril 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, 30, May 1, 3 (8:30-12:30)May 7, 9, 14, 16, 19 (8-12:30), 21, 23, 3
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