National American University-Richardson
Richardson, TX300 North Coit Road, Suite 225, Richardson, TX 75080-5400
972-773-8650
National American University-Richardson is a for-profit university located in Richardson, Texas. The university is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. It is a member of the National Association of Schools and Colleges of Optometry. The university offers associate, bachelor's, and master's degrees in business, healthcare, and information technology.
The university was founded in 1941 as National School of Business. In 1968, the school became a university and was renamed National American University. The university expanded its programs and locations in the 1980s and 1990s. In 2001, the university was sold to a private equity firm. The university has been owned by several private equity firms since then.
The university has been accused of predatory lending and deceptive marketing practices. The university has also been criticized for its high tuition rates and low graduation rates.
Quick Facts
Type: Private for-profit, 4-year or above
Main Website: https://www.national.edu/locations/campuses/richardson/
Financial Aid: https://www.national.edu/admissions-financial/financial-aid/federal-financial-aid/