BACKGROUND
Unless you are Bill Gates, going to college and receiving a degree is important. However, dropping everything and shipping off to the state university isn’t possible for everyone. National American University (NAU) is a network of colleges offering professional degrees both online and offline in the comfort of most major metropolitan cities.
National American University is a well-known and trustworthy institution that was founded in 1941. The college prides itself on its ability to help working adults achieve an education without having to sacrifice their jobs to do it. The staff and professors are all former industry professionals themselves and understand what it takes to keep up with current trends. In fact, classes sizes range from 15-24 students, so all students receive individual attention. NAU offers Associate, Bachelor’s, Master’s and Specialty Degree Programs. NAU is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission which means credits will probably not transfer to traditional schools. Financial aid is available as well which means any can achieve the goal of a college education.
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PRO
- Many levels of degree programs
- Small class sizes
- Experienced professors
- Learning/Career Assistance after graduation
- Online and campus classes
- Financial aid accepted
CON
- Not a lot of information about degree programs
- No information about student life
- No information about tuition cost
- Credits will likely not transfer
EXPENSE
- No information about tuition cost
DEGREE PROGRAMS
There are dozens of degrees available from NAU. Whether you're pursuing a bachelor's, master's or more technical degree- they are sure to have something that fits your career goals. Some of the more popular programs include:
- Accounting
- Athletic Training
- Business Administration
- Health Care Management
- Paralegal Studies
- Master of Management
- MBA
- Therapeutic Massage
- Veterinary Assisting
SCHOOLS
The best part about NAU is that it's virtually everywhere you are. Online classes make it possible for students anywhere to attend school without sacrificing a work or personal schedule. If one of their many locations is near you, then you can attend a more traditional classroom-style program. National American University's physical locations include:
- Albuquerque, NM
- Austin, TX
- Bloomington, MN
- Brooklyn Center, MN
- Colorado Springs, CO
- Denver, CO
- Independence, MO
- International Partner
- Kansas City (Northland), MO
- Overland Park, KS
- Rapid City, SD
- Rio Rancho, NM
- Roseville, MN
- Sioux Falls, SD
- Watertown, SD
- Wichita, KS
STUDENT LIFE
While attending NAU will not generate the same experience students have at large state schools, it does offer more flexibility. Students can attend to careers, family and other personal obligations without being in a classroom full time, and still complete their degrees in a timely manner.
CONCLUSION
National American University offers a fair amount of popular and specialty degrees which you don’t find all that often with non-traditional colleges. The fact that they are a trusted name in higher education means you will not be disappointed with NAU. However, they could include more information about tuition and student life, but that can all be obtained by requesting more information.
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This school is a joke and not worth your time or money. Its way to expensive 299$ a credit hour! And nothing they tell you is true they will say anything to get you enrolled then your screwed by the time you relise their lies!! I finished my summer '10 semester a week ago and still do not have my award letter or any info about my financial aid! I enrolled at another local school for fall an have been treated soooo much better already have my financial aid so I don't have to stress over how school is gettin paid for. Nau is nothing but a scam in my eyes!
I am wondering why these people have chosen not to list which campus they went to school. There are many campuses all over the country, and aside from my on-line instructors, the campus in Independence, MO has wonderful instructors. The online instructors I've had has been much to be desired, with only 1 out of 6 being a good instructor. So if you're going to post negative or positive information, it is only helpful to others if you let us know where the problems lie.
My only other question to these posters, is were you able to find employment in the field where their degree is?
Just finished the applied management program. overall had no issue with the university or staff
As a former faculty member at NAU, I cannot recommend it. It was my very 1st teaching job & I was told that I would be observed each semester by the Dean. I was never once observed my whole time there (2+ years). So - without any proof that I could teach, they let me loose to do my thing. Naturally, I think I can teach, but they shouldn't have taken that for granted. And they wouldn't have, if their students' education were actually a priority.
I taught Advanced Composition, and the students who came into my class had to pass Composition 1. Well, many of these students wrote papers without verbs in them. They didn't know what a topic sentence was. They didn't use spell check. How on earth did they pass Composition 1???
I also taught Speech. One important component in Speech is to get up in front of a group & give a speech. Another important piece is to provide feedback to those giving speeches. There was a student who signed up for my class & couldn't attend any of them. The Dean suggested that the student just come in and give their speeches to him & that I give the student a grade. I told the Dean that I couldn't ethically give a grade to speeches I didn't hear, nor could I let someone in the class who wasn't ever in class. It might have been different for a writing course, but for Speech, attendance was crucial to success. I believe the Dean passed the student anyway. I wonder if the student learned anything???
While at NAU, I noticed that MANY students were "encouraged" to take a full-time schedule of classes. For most, this was not a good option, they were working 1-2 jobs, were single parents, or just weren't ready to attack college full-time. At NAU, it seemed like all they were interested in was getting money & processing their students - the quality of education wasn't a concern. As a result, I think a diploma from NAU is a very expensive, useless piece of paper.
It may not be like this at all campuses, but this was my experience. My best piece of advice for you is to go to the places you want to work when you graduate & ask them how much value they give a degree from NAU. because in the end, you need to go to a school that is considered to be good by your future employers. Just ask: are graduates from NAU considered competitive in your company? What schools do you like to hire from?
And remember, you get out of your education what you put in to it. If you don't feel challenged, demand better. Schools are there to provide a service to you.
Good Luck!
I enjoy my classes, and I feel that I'm getting an excellent education in my Master's program.
I've been dealing with these people for almost 3 years & have had nothing but trouble...between technical issues with online classes that made my final grade an F (and they wouldn't change it), a teacher getting in my face and now graduation is upon me and they are saying I have another class I have to take. Why don't they just say "we want more money"? Oh that would mean admitting they are in it for the cash and not my educational future. I would recommend going elsewhere for a real education.
This seems like a great option to get some higher ed under your belt with out crazy stress.
I am getting the - Master of Management - degree. The cirriculum has been top notch.
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