Thank you for your interest. The National Hispanic University looks for students who are eager to challenge themselves, demonstrate leadership, have a pioneering spirit, drive “ganas” and are committed to social change.

The office of Students Affairs that house our Admissions, Financial Aid, Outreach and Recruitment and Pre-College Programs are here to help you make applying to The NHU as smooth and easy as possible.

We'll help you with application requirements, financial aid, open house events, advanced credits and everything else you need to do before joining our NHU familia.

Familia is at the heart of our campus.  At The NHU you will discover that we are unique and that we define University not by brick and mortar, but by what goes on in the classroom. At The NHU you’ll discover more than a powerful education — you’ll also discover a spirit of community, a sense of familia and friendships that stay with you for the rest of your life.

The National Hispanic University is dedicated to the challenge of meeting the unique requirements of its students. The purpose of providing the opportunity for a multicultural education to qualified individuals is expressed in all phases of the University's operations, from the selection of professors to the design of the curriculum. The undergraduate academic programs provide students with a general education, as well as specialized knowledge in a chosen field. While the National Hispanic University realizes the necessity of offering students a large quantity of available information, it believes that its primary task is to develop student’ skills in critical thinking and inquiry.

The fundamental goal of NHU is to help students to acquire a liberal arts based-knowledge, to develop the competencies needed in their chosen professional field, and to develop the attitude of personal responsibility necessary to function effectively as a citizen in an increasingly complex and interdependent world.

We look forward to having you part of our familia.

YOUR NEXT STEPS

Fall 2008 Priority deadline: Rolling Admissions (Applications accepted through June)

Students who have All application materials in to the admissions office, will hear from the Admissions Committee within 3-4 weeks of submitting a complete application: 

Please submit your application, application fee , personal essay and recommendation letter mail (see below) or by appointment (see appointment below).

APPLICATIONS CAN BE PRINTED FROM:
http://www.nhu.edu/pdf/admissions/student_application_form.pdf

UNDERGRADUATE ADDMISSION REQUIREMENTS
http://www.nhu.edu/admissions/undergraduate.htm

Please mail completed application along with application fee (*check and or money order) to:

The National Hispanic University
C/O Admissions Office
14271 Story Road
San Jose, CA.  95127

Letters of recommendation may be sent separately or included with other materials. The Admissions Committee will not make a final decision on your application until all application materials are received.

*All checks and or money orders must be made payable to The National Hispanic University

All students who wish to have their application packet reviewed and or need assistance at anytime can call and or e-mail our office to set up a personnel appointment. Call (408) 273-2679 or e-mail mosorio@nhu.edu.

Appointments can be made on the following days and times:

MONDAYS 4-6:30 pm
WEDNESDAYS 4-6:30PM
THURSDAYS 4-6PM
FRIDAYS 3-5 PM

Test Results

The National Hispanic University DOES NOT REQUIRE the SAT I (Scholastic Assessment Test) or the ACT (American College Test) at this time.

Official High School Transcripts

Please submit official high school transcripts that include all work completed to date. If accepted, you must successfully complete your senior year and submit your final official high school transcript as soon as it is available.

Letter of Recommendation

One letter of recommendation is required. You may include more than one if you wish. Encourage your teacher(s) and/or counselor(s) and or community member to include your name and sign the letter.

Personal Statement

An original essay is required. It is intended to give the Admissions Committee a better understanding of who you are. You may write your essay in a word processing program.  Print it! Sign it! Submit with your completed application!

Personal statement should include the following:

1. Personal background ( i.e. Family, School, Community)
2. Interest in attending The NHU
3. Goals: Educational, Career and Personal

Application Fee

A non-refundable application fee of $50.00 (payable to NHU) must accompany your application.

SI SE PUEDE!