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Naval Postgraduate School

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Overview

Naval Postgraduate School is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Monterey, California, United States. Founded in 1909, Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) is a coeducational institution officially accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission. NPS provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, including master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. International students are welcome to apply. NPS also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

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Control

Naval Postgraduate School's Control Typepublic

Entity

Naval Postgraduate School's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Naval Postgraduate School' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Naval Postgraduate School's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name
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Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym NPS
Founded 1909
Motto Praestantia Per Scientiam
Excellence through Knowledge
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Location

Address 1 University Circle
Monterey
93943-5002 California
United States
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Naval Postgraduate School Phone Number (831) 656 2371
Naval Postgraduate School Fax Number (831) 656 3238
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Naval Postgraduate School is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: WASC Senior College and University Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1955


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Naval Postgraduate School's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology
  • National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration, Commission on Peer Review and Accreditation
  • Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration, Commission on Peer Review and Accreditation


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Naval Postgraduate School as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Naval Postgraduate School Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Naval Postgraduate School is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Naval Postgraduate School's academic range and degree level offering.



Naval Postgraduate School: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes
A&H
L&C
B&S Yes Yes
M&H
S&T Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

Naval Postgraduate School Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Naval Postgraduate School Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Naval Postgraduate School categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Naval Postgraduate School.



Naval Postgraduate School: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 Not reported Not reported
International
students		 Not reported Not reported

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Naval Postgraduate School Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Naval Postgraduate School website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Naval Postgraduate School Admission Info


Naval Postgraduate School's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Naval Postgraduate School is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Naval Postgraduate School's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Naval Postgraduate School 's admission selection is not reported.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Naval Postgraduate School 's acceptance rate is not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Naval Postgraduate School's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Naval Postgraduate School's Admission Office Admission Office



(831) 656 3411


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Naval Postgraduate School's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Naval Postgraduate School Size and Profile


Naval Postgraduate School's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Naval Postgraduate School has a student enrollment ranging from 2,000 to 2,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Naval Postgraduate School's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Naval Postgraduate School's academic staff ranges from 300 to 399 members.


Naval Postgraduate School's Control Type Control Type

Naval Postgraduate School is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Naval Postgraduate School's Entity Type Entity Type

Naval Postgraduate School is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Naval Postgraduate School's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Naval Postgraduate School's main campus is located in a suburban setting, meaning it is situated in a residential area near a city.


Naval Postgraduate School's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Naval Postgraduate School adopts a quarters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into four distinct terms, or quarters, each typically lasting about 10 to 12 weeks, separated by three short breaks and one longer break.


Naval Postgraduate School's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Naval Postgraduate School is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

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Naval Postgraduate School's Library University Library

Yes Visit Naval Postgraduate School's Library
Naval Postgraduate School's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 137,194 physical volumes, 1,578 physical media, 9,232 digital/electronic media and 218 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 20 full-time employees, including 10 librarians. Naval Postgraduate School's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Naval Postgraduate School's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Naval Postgraduate School's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


Naval Postgraduate School's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

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Naval Postgraduate School's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Naval Postgraduate School's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


Naval Postgraduate School's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes
In particular, this institution offers some programs via distance education at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.


Naval Postgraduate School's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Naval Postgraduate School's Career Services Career Services

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Academic Structure

Naval Postgraduate School Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Naval Postgraduate School Affiliations and Memberships

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Free Online Courses

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Naval Postgraduate School public or private?

Naval Postgraduate School is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Naval Postgraduate School profit or non-profit?

Naval Postgraduate School is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Naval Postgraduate School in terms of enrollment?

Naval Postgraduate School has a student enrollment ranging from 2,000 to 2,999, making it a small-sized institution.

What is the size of Naval Postgraduate School in terms of academic staff?

Naval Postgraduate School's academic staff ranges from 300 to 399 members.

Is Naval Postgraduate School a coeducational institution?

Naval Postgraduate School is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Naval Postgraduate School use?

Naval Postgraduate School adopts a quarters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into four distinct terms, or quarters, each typically lasting about 10 to 12 weeks, separated by three short breaks and one longer break.

What religion is Naval Postgraduate School affiliated with?

None.

Does Naval Postgraduate School admit international students?

Yes.

What is Naval Postgraduate School's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Naval Postgraduate School 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university 's admission selection is not reported.

How much does it cost to attend Naval Postgraduate School NPS?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: Not reported. International students: Not reported. Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Naval Postgraduate School NPS located?

Naval Postgraduate School is located in Monterey, California, United States. Address: 1 University Circle.

Is Naval Postgraduate School NPS accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Naval Postgraduate School is accredited by WASC Senior College and University Commission (since 1955).

Does Naval Postgraduate School offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does Naval Postgraduate School offer study abroad programs?

Not reported

Does Naval Postgraduate School have a university library?

Yes Naval Postgraduate School's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 137,194 physical volumes, 1,578 physical media, 9,232 digital/electronic media and 218 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 20 full-time employees, including 10 librarians. Naval Postgraduate School's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Does Naval Postgraduate School provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Naval Postgraduate School have sports facilities or activities?

Not reported

Does Naval Postgraduate School offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Naval Postgraduate School offer career services?

Not reported

Does Naval Postgraduate School offer distance learning?

Yes In particular, this institution offers some programs via distance education at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Does Naval Postgraduate School have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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