Rating Context:⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.
Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the
Outcomes Score (C+)
which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 50%
Outcomes
C+
61/100
Affordability
D
39/100
Resources
B
67/100
Experience
C
45/100
Prestige
C
40/100
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
19,924
Total Enrollment
50%
Graduation Rate
54%
Retention Rate
16.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at National University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
$67,548
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$64,331
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$25,000
Median debt at graduation
42.9%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
28.8%
Students receiving Pell grants
Typical debt at graduation equals about 37% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 73rd percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (CA wage index 1.21). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at National University
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
For parents & investors
The National University Town Property Report
Avg home value near campus: $967,341
Avg rent near campus: $3,183/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 92108 (4.1% cap, San Diego)
Get the free 1-page report: rent-vs-dorm math, the 3 best nearby ZIPs by yield,
and the “kiddie condo” strategy parents use.
✓ Sent — check your inbox
Free — no spam, unsubscribe anytime.
🏆 Where National University Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
What is the acceptance rate at National University?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend National University?
Tuition at National University is
$13,320 for in-state students
and $13,320 for out-of-state students
.
What is the graduation rate at National University?
The graduation rate at National University is 50%.
This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is National University a good school?
National University has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (Grade: C).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend National University?
National University has a total enrollment of 19,924 students.
Deciding between a dorm and buying near campus? Run the numbers for National University — four years of dorm costs vs. owning, including what you’d recover at resale. Buy vs Dorm calculator →
🎓 Similar Colleges to National University
Compare with other 4-Year private non-profit institutions of similar size.
