Frequently asked questions

Nation Builders University (NBU) is a private institution organized in Washington, DC, planning career-focused hybrid programs in business, public policy, technology, hospitality and education.

Not at this time. NBU is in its institutional development phase and is working through the District of Columbia higher-education authorization process. We are not currently licensed, accredited, approved or authorized to confer degrees, and our programs are planned and subject to regulatory approval. See our Regulatory Status page for details.

NBU is planning five schools, 34 degree programs and 77 professional certificates, built as stackable pathways from certificate to diploma, bachelor's and master's, with a selective doctoral portfolio in planning.

NBU's planned model blends online instruction, live virtual sessions and selected in-person activity in Washington, DC, so working adults can study alongside work and family.

Planned tuition is published as a framework on our Planned Tuition page. Figures are planning targets and are not final until NBU announces them.

Use the Admissions page to see the planned steps and download the admission form, or write to admissions@nationbuilderuniversity.com.

International learners are central to NBU's mission. Our International Admissions page explains planned credential evaluation through partners such as WES and IEE, and English-proficiency options such as Duolingo.

NBU plans to review prior learning for transfer credit. See the Transfer Credit page and the downloadable request form, or contact registrar@nationbuilderuniversity.com.

NBU plans merit, need-based and hybrid-access scholarships. See the Scholarships page or email scholarships@nationbuilderuniversity.com.

Planned programs include mentored practical internships with partner organizations and mentors working in the student's field. See the Internships page.