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National University prepares students to become first-contact, primary care physicians fully qualified to diagnose, treat, and manage a wide range of conditions. We believe a superior education starts with an evidence-based, broad-scope curriculum emphasizing integrative medicine.
National University offers a comprehensive classical curriculum in traditional naturopathic medicine while preparing you to become a first-contact, primary-care doctor. You’ll be uniquely prepared for the real world of health care today through learning in our integrative medicine environment. You’ll graduate with the skill and confidence you need to not only practice, but to succeed and excel as a naturopathic physician.
National University offers a nine-trimester program leading to the master of science in oriental medicine degree (MSOM). Our traditional apprentice-style learning environment immerses students in the five branches of oriental medicine.
National University of Health Sciences offers a seven-trimester program leading to the master of science in acupuncture degree (MSAc). This degree will allow the graduate to take national board exams and achieve certification in most states to practice as a licensed acupuncturist.
UnderGraduate Programs
National University’s bachelor’s degree completion program in biomedical science offers you the top quality of a private education at an affordable price. Students experience our graduate level faculty and are provided the opportunity to continue into any of our first professional programs.
Post Professional Degrees
The Master of Science in Advanced Clinical Practice (MSACP) is an advanced degree designed for first-professional health care providers including, DCs, NDs, MDs, and DOs. Offered exclusively online, the program provides an in-depth immersion into integrative medicine with outstanding faculty active in the profession.
The Master of Science in Diagnostic Imaging degree is limited to one participant per year and can only be received upon completion of the three-year, full-time residency in diagnostic imaging at National University.
Why NUHS?
Founded in 1906, National University of Health Sciences is a leader in the growing field of integrative medicine and is respected worldwide for success in balancing healing arts and science, combining broad-scope integrative medicine with patient-centered care.
With campus sites in both Illinois and Florida, NUHS is forging new paths within the world of health care, based on understanding and cooperation with medical professionals from all disciplines.
National University sets the standard in training for careers in health care and provides a dynamic atmosphere where students, faculty and clinicians of various complementary and alternative health professions work together in an integrative environment.
National University is an established champion of research, high admission standards, accreditation, and academic excellence for its professions.
For more than a century, we have influenced the way health care is perceived, taught and practiced – and each year we continue moving the profession forward.
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Latest News
NUHS relaunches Food Truck Fridays
For the first time since the pandemic, National University is bringing back Food Truck Fridays this spring. This Friday, Billy Bricks Wood Fired Pizza will stop by campus from 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Prior to the hiatus during the pandemic, Food Truck Fridays were a...
Take advantage of expanded hours at NUHS’s state-of-the-art Fitness Center
During a large part of the pandemic, the fitness center was closed or had limited hours. Since National University expanded hours in September, it has been more popular than ever. Students can now enjoy the recently renovated and state-of-the-art fitness center every...
Dr. Pearson named ACA’s Academician of the Year
Nakiesha Pearson, DC, ND, NUHS Chair of the Clinical Sciences Department, recently received the Academician of the Year Award from the American Chiropractic Association (ACA). The award recognizes individuals for their efforts to advance the profession through academic or educational excellence.
Dr. Mackenzie Ott to serve as interim Chair of the Basic Sciences Department – Florida
Mackenzie M. Ott, Ph.D., has been appointed to interim Chair of the Basic Sciences Department at the NUHS Florida-site. In her new position, Dr. Ott will play a more active role within university administrative committees.