Professional Studies

Prepare for a rewarding career in public service that helps to maintain the standard of living in your own community. Professional Studies programs teach you how to improve society by maintaining and providing excellence and quality in research, public service, law, criminal justice-related fields, and continuing education programs. Gain an analytical outlook that merges theories and practices with resources, budgets, and ethical situations in the public sector. You’ll develop the skills to effectively communicate ideas, work on teams, and collect and analyze data to produce results that matter.

Department Head: Dr. Jack Hamlin

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Why Choose 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 alums worldwide.

4-, 8-, and 12-Week Courses

Focus on one subject at a time and finish your degree faster.

150+ Degree Programs

Choose from associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees, plus credentials and certificate programs.

Online and Hybrid Classes

Study when and where it's most convenient for you with on-site, hybrid, and 100% online classes.

Year-Round Enrollment

Transfer your credits anytime. Classes start weekly and monthly, and applications are accepted year-round.

Military Friendly® School

As a Yellow Ribbon school and a top educator of the U.S. military, we offer tuition discounts to servicemembers, Veterans, and their spouses and dependents.

Whole Human Education(TM)

At NU, you'll get the academic, emotional, career, financial, and family support needed to stay on track and reach your goals.