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Go Further Faster Scholarship
Go Further, Faster at National University
National University is excited to announce our partnership with this year’s Carlsbad 5000, the “World’s Fastest 5K” and want to help you Go Further, Faster with two $5,000 scholarship opportunities for new students and returning alumni who have not yet started a program.
The scholarship can be applied to any of our bachelor’s or master’s degree programs – all offering year-round enrollment and convenient four-week course formats – so that you can start sooner, finish faster, and get on the road to success.
“National University’s four-week class format allows me to still spend quality time with my family.”
Carlton B., Class of 2019
How It Works
The Go Further, Faster Scholarship will award two new bachelor’s or master’s degree students $625 per course for up to eight courses (or 36 credit units), or up to $5,000. To be considered, you must apply to National University, submit an essay, and start your undergraduate or master’s program between March 27, 2023 and June 26, 2023. Preference will be given to applicants who are participating in this year’s Carlsbad 5000 race on April 2, 2023. There is no application fee. Recipients will be announced by May 1, 2023.
Essay Topic
Running the Carlsbad 5000 takes dedication, planning, and perseverance. Tell us how you will plan to dedicate yourself to crossing the finish line with a degree from National University.
Essay Guidelines
Use the form below to submit a 500-700 word essay.
Eligibility requirements and other terms and conditions apply. Click here for complete details.
Application Deadline
April 15, 2023
How to Apply
Any new student or returning alumni who is enrolling in any NU bachelor’s or master’s degree program is eligible
- Submit your application and completed scholarship essay by April 15, 2023.
- Start a new bachelor’s or master’s program between March 27, 2023 and June 26, 2023.
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“It really empowered me. It made me believe in myself in a way I hadn’t really considered.”
Alejandro V.
Class of 2018 Scholarship Recipient