THE NATIONAL HISPANIC UNIVERSITY (NHU)
- 14271 Story Rd
- San Jose, CA 95127
- OPEID College Code: 02518400
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- General Phone: (408) 254-6900
- President: Dr. David P. Lopez
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Bachelor's
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 595
- College Alias: NHU
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The National Hispanic University - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Graduation Rates
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered State Approved for Certification
- Website
- www.nhu.edu
- Mission Statement
- The mission of the National Hispanic University is to enable Hispanics, other minorities, and others to acquire an undergraduate degree or certificate using a multicultural experience to obtain a professional career in business, education or technology.
Accreditation
- Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Baccalaureate Colleges--Diverse Fields
- Undergraduate Classification Professions Plus Arts & Sciences, No Graduate Coexistence
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Higher Part-Time Four-Year
- Enrollment Classification Majority Undergraduate
- Size Classification Very Small Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential
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- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.nhu.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $50.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $50.00
- College Credits Accepted
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- College Preparatory Program Completion Recommended
- Recommendation Consideration Required
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 123 | 206 | 329 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 31 (25%) | 55 (27%) | 86 (26%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 29 (94%) | 45 (82%) | 74 (86%) |
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: NHU Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 78%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 14% | 49% | 6% | 43% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $5,396 | $3,186 | $2,581 | $3,980 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 10.0% | 14.8% | 10.6% |
| Number in Default | 6 | 7 | 5 |
| Number in Repayment | 60 | 47 | 47 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
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The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $6,640 | $5,840 | $4,904 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $6,640 | $5,840 | $4,904 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $6,640 | $5,840 | $4,904 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,638 | $1,566 | $1,386 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $10,872 | $10,152 | $10,000 |
| Other Expenses | $3,996 | $3,870 | $3,618 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,096 | $3,870 | $2,898 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $8,278 | $7,406 | $6,290 |
| In-State | $8,278 | $7,406 | $6,290 |
| Out of State | $8,278 | $7,406 | $6,290 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $23,146 | $21,428 | $19,908 |
| In-State | $23,146 | $21,428 | $19,908 |
| Out of State | $23,146 | $21,428 | $19,908 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $11,374 | $10,420 | $9,188 |
| In-State | $11,374 | $10,420 | $9,188 |
| Out of State | $11,374 | $10,420 | $9,188 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
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The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
| Certificate | Associate | Bachelor | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business and Marketing Studies | |||
| Business Administration Degree | - | 1 | 12 |
| Computer and Information Sciences | |||
| Computer Programming Degree | - | - | 1 |
| Education | |||
| Teacher Education, Multiple Levels Degree | 40 | - | - |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences | |||
| General Studies Degree | 31 | - | 16 |
| Mathematics and Statistics | |||
| Mathematics Degree | - | 1 | - |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 595 Undergraduate: 403 Graduate: 192
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 210 Female: 385
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 131 Female: 272
- Graduate Gender Male: 79 Female: 113
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 344 Part-Time: 251
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 291 Part-Time: 112
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 53 Part-Time: 139
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | 3 | 0.5% |
| Black | 24 | 4% |
| Asian | 38 | 6% |
| Hispanic | 442 | 74% |
| White | 57 | 10% |
| Unknown | 31 | 5% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 18-19 | 89 | 15% |
| Ages 20-21 | 67 | 11% |
| Ages 22-24 | 94 | 16% |
| Ages 25-29 | 99 | 17% |
| Ages 30-34 | 61 | 10% |
| Ages 35-39 | 50 | 8% |
| Ages 40-49 | 68 | 11% |
| Ages 50-65 | 51 | 9% |
| Age Over 65 | 4 | 0.7% |
| Age Unknown | 12 | 2% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 112 | 59 | 53 |
| Faculty Status | 63 | 16 | 47 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 63 | 16 | 47 |
| Primarily Instruction | 63 | 16 | 47 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 11 | 10 | 1 |
| Other Professionals | 13 | 13 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 25 | 20 | 5 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 3 | 3 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $65,625 (16) | $64,375 (8) | $66,875 (8) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $53,694 (16) | $52,672 (8) | $54,717 (8) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 55%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 44%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 36% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 29% |
| Female | 43% |
| By Race | |
| Asian | 100% |
| Hispanic | 31% |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
