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Our undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs provide unparalleled opportunities for learning and prepare the next generation for leadership in the state and around the world.

We are dedicated to academic excellence, innovation in higher education, meeting students’ needs in an ever-changing world and incorporating an international perspective throughout the curriculum.

NCU draws its energy from a diverse student body, which contributes an important element of social interaction to the university experience.

“There’s no one way to view Northern California University. Innovative. Comprehensive. Fresh. Resourceful. Respected. Local. Global.”

NCU draws its energy from a diverse student body, which contributes an important element of social interaction to the university experience.

“One can succeed at almost anything for which he has enthusiasm.”
Charles Schwab

Northern California University's personalized attention is not only a feature of its teaching but also extends to its care for its students.

The administration division develops and maintains the infrastructure of the university, so that Northern California University’s mission of teaching, research, and service can be fulfilled.

University Goals

NCU has a university-wide mission to expand the capacity of extension, outreach, and distance education to communities across the state of California, the US, and world-wide.

"Who dares to teach must never cease to learn."
John Cotton Dana

We strive to be the leading resource for members of the university community by providing products and services that are essential to its educational goals.