National University

.The cost of attending National  University can vary depending on the main factors such as course, level of study (UG and PG) and accommodation status. However, International students considering this university could be a little higher than compared to US citizens. 

The UG programme Academic tuition fee for international students is around (INR 13.74L ) per annum, depending on the course. It’s (INR 14.73L ) for PG programs.

The National University does not officially publish the acceptance rate. However, as per EduRank, the acceptance rate of the National University is. With an acceptance rate of 55%, it is moderately selective for admissions. Each year thousands of students from across the United States and around the world apply at the National University. It is comparatively hard for international students to get into the National University. The university is known for its top-rated online and on-site programs.

International students seeking admission to the National University are advised to check the admission deadline before applying. However, there are no deadline for admission at the National University. The National University accepts application round the year. Also, depending on your course and the level of study. The approval process usually takes 4-6 weeks. International students can start their programme as soon as their application is approved since new classes are beginning every month. 

International student can apply to the National University throughout the year. Applicants can apply online at the National University through the university’s own application portal. Once the online application form is submitted, the university will issue you an Application Identification Number and assign you an International Admissions Coordinator. The international admission coordinator will populate your application with a list of required documents to complete your admission to the National University.

The below application process for National University applies to both UG and PG applicants: 

Step 1: Applicants must create an account on the National University official portal.

Step 2:  Applicants must complete an admission application by giving their basic demographic information and choosing their interested course in UG / PG degree programs. Applicants must select their interested course. 

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Step 3: Ensure you meet the English language requirements for your chosen course.

Step 4: LORs, Personal insights and transcripts of the applicant's 12th marks are essential while applying for National University. The University wants the applicants to provide official transcripts within 30 days of admission. 

Step 5: International students need not pay any application fee for the university ( Only for UG courses, however for PG courses, applicants are suggested to call the admission office for the application fee) 

 Step 6: If the applicant is selected, the university will notify the applicant through the mail they signed in. However, we suggest applicants check the university's online portal for checking. 

The Jean Leonard Scholarship of the National University awards USD 20,000 annually to students pursuing degrees in education or STEM. It seeks to promote diversity and access to higher education in education and STEM. This scholarship is open to incoming and current NU students seeking bachelor’s degree or master’s degree.

The University requires applicants to have a GRE/ GMAT if the student’s grade point average is between 2.0 to 2.49. However, students don’t have to give the GMAT/Check GRE score if they have a grade point average of 2.5 or above.

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International students seeking admission to the National University are required to meet the course-specific and general admission requirements. International students are advised to check for the course-specific requirements before applying. Here we provide the general admission requirements for international students:

• Application form
• Official class 12 transcripts and mark sheets
• Official post-secondary transcripts and diplomas (if post-secondary schooling was pursued by the applicant)
• All official college/university transcripts and mark sheets
• Official college/university Diploma (s) or proof of graduation
• Proficiency in the English language

English is the language of instruction for the majority of the programs at the National University. All international students are required to demonstrate proficiency in the English language. The minimum English language requirements for international students are:

Exam

Bachelor

Master

TOEFL

Overall 70

Overall 79

IELTS

Overall 5.5 with no band less than 5.0

Overall 6.0 with no band less than 5.0

PTE

Overall 50

Overall 50

The National University offers over 50 postgraduate programs in on-site and online formats of study. The university offers postgraduate programs across the following areas of study: Arts & Humanities; Business & Marketing; Criminal Justice & Law; Engineering and Technology; Healthcare & Nursing; Science & Math; Social Science and Psychology; and Teaching & Education.

The National University offers highly ranked and top-rated programs. All the programs offered by the National University are accredited by the relevant and leading accrediting agencies. The National University has been accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC), since 1977. More accreditations of programs offered at NU:

• Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP)
• American Bar Association (ABA)
• Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET)
• Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)
• Committee of Bar Examiners of the State Bar of California (Cal Bar)
• Council on Education in Public Health
• Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia (COA)
• Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)
• National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE)