National University Receives 10-Year Accreditation Reaffirmation From the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)

- National University has been accredited by WASC since 1977

- 10-year reaffirmation is longest in National University's history

- WASC is the accrediting body for all universities and colleges in California, Hawaii, Guam and the Pacific Basin

LA JOLLA, Calif., April 5, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- National University, the second-largest private, nonprofit institution of higher education in California and the 12th largest in the United States, has received a 10-year reaffirmation of its accreditation from the Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), Dr. Jerry C. Lee, Chancellor of the National University System, and the National University Board of Trustees announced today.

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"WASC's reaffirmation of National University's accreditation for 10 years recognizes the long-held institutional commitment to academic rigor and quality of every member of the National University System," said Chancellor Lee. "Our mission, making lifelong learning opportunities accessible, challenging, and relevant to a diverse student population, is as critical today as it was when National University was founded 40 years ago."

"The reaffirmation of National University's accreditation by WASC for 10 years is a testament to Chancellor Lee's relentless focus on fostering an atmosphere where student success is the number one priority of every member of our University community," said Ms. Jeanne Connelly, Chair of the National University Board of Trustees. "There is no more fitting tribute to Dr. Lee's 22 years of leadership of the National University System."

National was recognized by WASC for the work of the University's faculty and staff over the years in creating sustainable support systems for student learning and success. National University also received several commendations which included, among others, recognition of its comprehensive faculty-led assessment processes, strong support systems for students from admission through graduation, and its training program for adjunct faculty. 

National University has been accredited since 1977 by the WASC Senior Commission, the accrediting body for all universities and colleges in California, Hawaii, Guam and the Pacific Basin. The 10-year reaffirmation of National's accreditation is the longest extension in the University's history and the longest such time frame WASC is permitted to bestow upon an institution. As a result, National University's next Capacity and Preparatory Review will be scheduled in fall 2019, followed by an Educational Effectiveness Review in spring 2021.

In addition to being accredited by WASC, National University also is:

• Approved by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC)
• Approved by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
• Accredited by the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE)
• A member of the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE)
• A member of the Council of Colleges of Arts and Sciences (CCAS)
• National University's English Language Programs are accredited by the American Association of Intensive English Programs (AAIEP)

For more information about National University's accreditation, visit http://www.nu.edu/OurUniversity/TheUniversity/Accreditation.html or contact David Neville, Director of Information and Community Relations for the National University System, at [email protected] or (858) 642-8163.

WASC Contact Information
Western Association of Colleges and Universities
Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities
985 Atlantic Avenue, Suite 100
Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 748-9001
www.wascsenior.org

About National University

Founded in 1971, National University is the second-largest private, nonprofit institution of higher education in California and the 12th largest in the United States with 22,000 full-time students and 125,000 alumni. The flagship institution of the National University System, National University is dedicated to making lifelong learning opportunities accessible, challenging and relevant to a diverse population of students. Five schools and one college – the College of Letters and Sciences, the School of Business and Management, the School of Education, the School of Engineering and Technology, the School of Health and Human Services, and the School of Media and Communication – offer 100 graduate and undergraduate degrees, 30 certificates and 16 credential programs at more than 30 locations throughout California and in Henderson, Nevada. A leader in online education, National University offers more than 60 degree programs via the Internet. National University is headquartered in La Jolla, California. To learn more, visit www.nu.edu.

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