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
Founded in 2001.
Headquartered in La Jolla, California.
Affiliates include:
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System Timeline
10/01 - Established National University System.
01/02 - Acquired the College of Oceaneering.
02/02 - Established Spectrum Pacific Learning.
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 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.
04/08 - National University Academy receives approval from Lakeside Union School District.
05/08 - National University Academy receives approval from California State Board of Education.
07/08 - National University System announces that John F. Kennedy University will become newest affiliate of National University System pending final approval from WASC.
07/08 - Technology and Health Sciences Center opens in Kearny Mesa, becoming first facility designed specifically to host multiple National University System affiliates - National University and National Polytechnic College of Science.
11/08 - National University International opens Online Information Center in Summerlin, Nevada.
01/09 - National University System becomes new home of San Diego Institute for Policy Research, which results in National University System Institute for Policy Research.
02/09 - National Polytechnic College of Science moves into new floating campus "Discovery" in Port of Los Angeles.
04/09 - John F. Kennedy University becomes affiliate of National University System.
09/09 - National University Golf Academy opens in Carlsbad, California.
09/09 - National University International opens an Online Information Center in Orlando, Florida.
04/10 - National Polytechnic College of Science stops enrolling new students.
05/10 - National University Polytechnic Institute begins offering Marine Technology programs previously available at National Polytechnic College of Science.
05/10 - National University International assumes responsibility for all international recruiting and student services for the National University System.
07/10 - National University named to 2010 Honor Roll in The Chronicle of Higher Education's "Great Colleges to Work For" program.
09/10 - John F. Kennedy University establishes a presence at National University's campus in Costa Mesa.
09/10 - National University Golf Academy opens a campus in Fresno, California.
09/10 - The National University System Center for Integrative Health launches Integrative Health Review.
10/10 - The National University System Center for Performance Psychology is established.
12/10 - National University International opens an Online Information Center in Quantico, Virginia.
05/11 - The Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) reaffirms National University's accreditation through 2021.
06/11 - National University International opens an Online Information Center in Dallas, Texas.
06/11 - National University opens Online Information Center in Roseville, California.
10/11 - Dr. Jerry C. Lee informs the Board of Trustees that he will step down as Chancellor of the National University System on Dec. 31, 2012.
