A Profound Sense of Vision and Value
The National University Board of Trustees established the National University System in October 2001 as an alliance of institutions committed to providing exemplary educational opportunities to diverse populations of students and organizations. Each institution is dedicated to serving a particular population through specific structures and curricula, while sharing the common goals of quality and accessibility.
Through vision and leadership, the System has grown to offer learner-centered, future-focused and results-oriented education – all while implementing innovative management strategies and maintaining a true commitment to community.
Quick Facts
- The National University System was founded in 2001
- System headquarters are located in La Jolla, California
- Six affiliates comprise the System, including:
- National University
- National Polytechnic College of Science
- Spectrum Pacific Learning Company, LLC
- National University Virtual High School
- National University International
- WestMed College
System Timeline
10/01 -- Established National University System
01/02 -- Acquired the College of Oceaneering
02/02 -- Established Spectrum Pacific Learning Company LLC
06/03 -- Established the National University Virtual High School
11/03 -- Established the National University Center for Human Advancement
01/04 -- College of Oceaneering restructured into National Polytechnic College of Engineering and Oceaneering
02/04 -- Acquired the Advanced College of Technology
03/04 -- Conceptualized Center for Peak Performance
03/04 -- Established National University Hawaii and National University Nevada
07/04 -- California Medical Institute launched
11/04 -- National University Virtual High School approved as candidate for accreditation by the Commission on International and Trans-Regional Accreditation (CITA)
11/04 -- National Polytechnic College of Engineering and Oceaneering offers classes in cooperation with Honolulu Community College
01/05 -- Spectrum Pacific Learning Company LLC (SPLC) hosts the first e-Learning and Knowledge Management Symposium
01/05 -- First health fair sponsored by the National University Institute for Wellness and Peak Performance (formerly Center for Peak Performance)
02/05 -- NUVHS approved as a candidate by the Western Association of schools and Colleges (WASC) Accrediting Commission for Schools
04/05 -- CMI receives temporary approval by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Vocational Education
06/05 -- CMI class offerings scheduled
06/05 -- NUVHS offers summer school classes in one-month format
08/06 -- National University International (NUI) launched
01/07 -- WestMed College acquired
01/07 -- CMI absorbed by WestMed College
02/07 -- NUI launches foreign language programs
04/07 -- National University System joins NASILP
05/07 -- NUVHS accredited by WASC, CITA
12/07 -- National Polytechnic College of Engineering and Oceaneering becomes National Polytechnic College of Science
12/07 -- Division of Pre-College Programs launched; NUVHS moves under Division
12/07 -- Center for Integrative Health replaces Institute for Wellness and Peak Performance
Through vision and leadership, the System has grown to offer learner-centered, future-focused and results-oriented education.