Why NAU

We’re the accredited online university built for success—yours.

National American University (NAU) is the accredited university that not only offers you the flexibility and convenience you want from an online education, we offer you something more: Your own student advisor who gives you the personal attention and assistance to help you make the most of your education.

Students just like you choose NAU to realize their dreams—and help them achieve success. And that’s exactly what we look to deliver.

Relevant Programs

We offer a range of relevant technical and professional programs in the fields of business, education, healthcare management, information technology. strategic security, and legal studies, including diploma, associate, bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, and certificate programs.

One-on-One Attention

At NAU, you’ll have your own “success team” featuring an enrollment advisor, a financial services representative—and a student advisor—who work with you to help you develop and implement a personalized plan to achieve your specific goals.

Flexible Scheduling

This is online education built around your life. We specifically design our programs for working adults, active military, and other nontraditional students so you can interact with faculty and classmates how, when and where it’s best for you.

Dedicated, Experienced Faculty

NAU programs are taught by qualified faculty who have both real-world experience—and a commitment to your success. You’ll regularly interact with your instructors so that you get to know them and more importantly, they get to know you.

Generous Transfer Credit Policy

At NAU, we believe in giving you the credit your education—and experience—deserve. If you’re a transfer student, your enrollment advisor will review your college transcripts and experience to determine the credits that can transfer to NAU. About 80% of NAU students receive some credit for previous college courses and/or prior experiential learning.

Student Support

From course tutoring to an online library and career resources, NAU offers tools—and personal guidance and assistance—you can access when you need them: by phone, e-mail or online.