National Louis has given me a lot of tools to become the person I am today. They made it look easy to go for those big goals.
NLU students are diverse, passionate and out to make a difference. As an undergrad, you'll benefit from career-focused academics, flexible program options and a supportive network of faculty and peers.
Whether you take classes online or campus-based with a face-to-face component, as an NLU student you'll join a supportive community of peers and faculty that fosters lifelong connections.
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What I love about this school is that you can talk to anybody here and they give their heart to you, which is what a lot of colleges do not give you. You're not a number here."
Morgan Livingston, NLU Student
We work hard to make transferring to NLU easy. Your enrollment specialist will be with you every step of the way to help you make a smooth transition. At NLU, you can benefit from our:
Generous transfer policy: Earn credit for previous academic and/or relevant work and life experience.
Scholarships for eligible transfer students: You can qualify for up to $6,000 a year.
Program transfer agreements with 100+ community colleges: Transfer all credits earned from participating community colleges to NLU.*
I was very nervous when I transferred from community college to National Louis. The school really does help you out. They really do care about you. That's what got me through."
Pablo Garcia, NLU Graduate
Listed in the top 10 colleges whose graduates make a difference in the world by TIME Money Magazine,* a degree from NLU can give you the tools to build your career and strengthen your community.
Our graduates earn nearly 15% more than those from comparable Illinois universities, with 86% of our undergraduates employed in their fields within six months of graduation.We offer bachelor's degrees in:
NLU specializes in teaching working students with busy lives and complicated schedules. That’s why we offer our career-focused degree programs in six locations, with daytime, evening, weekend or online classes available.
You can complete many degrees fully online, on-campus or in a blended format that combines the convenience of online learning with the personalization of working with your peers.