National-Louis University

read moreNational Louis University offers more than 70 career-focused endorsement, certificate, undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs in Chicago and Florida in fields like education, business, psychology, hospitality management and culinary arts. Find the best program to further your career! Through student organizations, volunter opportunities, wellness programs, leadership workshops, honor societies, networking events and many other resources you'll grow in ways you've never imagined. Distinctive in design and delivery, our programs are designed to fit your busy schedule, offering a strong balance of campus-based, virtual-classroom experience and online courses.

read moreOur main campus is located in downtown Chicago on Michigan Avenue. National Louis University was established over 130 years ago, and is one of the oldest and most progressive universities in Chicago. We feature a second campus in Tampa, Florida that was established in 1988 and located in one of Tampa's major business districts, NLU's Florida Regional Center serves students in 13 counties in central Florida. We offer more than 70 undergraduate and graduate degree programs through four colleges: the National College of Education, the Graduate College of Business, the College of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences, the Kendall College of Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management and the Undergraduate College.

read moreNational Louis University is one of the largest educators of teachers, psychologists and business professionals in Illinois. We are looking for Chicago-area professionals who want to make a career out of improving the lives of others. Join our professional, supportive community of 8,600 graduate students and see where NLU will take you. If you think you are too busy to earn your graduate degree, think again. Talk to an admissions counselor about our flexible class schedules and convenient locations near you.

read moreThere's a lot happening at NLU outside the classroom. The Office of Student Engagement is committed to your personal and professional development through student organizations, volunteer opportunities, wellness programs, leadership workshops, honor societies, and diversity programs. We strive to build a community of students by helping you explore, learn and grow to make a difference on campus and in your community. We have something for everyone. We hope you'll join us in person or online and experience the fulfilling experience of belonging at NLU.

read moreSince our humble beginnings as Miss Harrison's Training School in 1886, National Louis University (NLU) has helped tens of thousands of people just like you earn their undergraduate and graduate degrees. In fact, we have more than 65,000 living alumni. Today, NLU offers more than 60 career-focused undergraduate and graduate programs in Chicago in fields like education, business and psychology, computer science, culinary arts and hospitality management. National Louis University's Bachelor of Arts in Applied Behavioral Sciences (ABS) equips students with the insights, skills and theory to thrive in diverse roles working with and leading groups.

read moreThrough innovative Student Affairs programs, we actively engage and support students at every level of their academic journey. Our commitment to service excellence is expressed through partnerships and collaborations to ensure every student enjoys a dynamic and rewarding college experience. We provide on-campus housing, just steps from the Michigan Avenue campus, located downtown near Chicago's South Loop neighborhood. We are recognized as among the top 25 most diverse national universities, and in 2016 NLU earned its federal designation as a Hispanic Serving Institution by the U.S. Department of Education.

read moreNational Louis University and High School District 214 are joining together to offer D214 students a convenient low-cost option to obtain a college education while living at home. National Louis University (NLU) has worked with District 214 (D214) to create a program whereby students can take college and advanced placement courses in high school that will translate into the equivalent of up to one year of college credit at NLU. As a result, D214 graduating students may obtain their undergraduate degree including Business Administration at NLU in as little as three years.