National American University, American university based in Rapid City since 1941
National American University is a private institution in Rapid City, South Dakota offering degrees in business, healthcare, and information technology among other fields. The university provides both in-person and online courses, with most classes lasting about 11 weeks and new sessions starting each month.
The school was founded in 1941 as the National School of Business and went through several name changes before becoming National American University in the late 1900s. In the early 2000s, the institution introduced a program allowing working students to attend full-time classes with only one class session per week.
The university is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and many of its programs have additional professional approvals ensuring teaching quality. The institution provides support services including tutoring, counseling, and technical assistance for students on its learning platform.
The university operates a credit transfer system allowing students to earn up to 75 percent of their degree through credits from other schools or recognized work experience. This flexibility enables students to complete their education faster and more affordably.
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