Naval Postgraduate School is a Public Graduate School, located in the city of Monterey, California. In the 2019 academic year, Naval Postgraduate School had a total enrollment of 2,704 students with an international student population of 300 students from across the globe seeking to study in the USA.
Accredited by the Senior Commission of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), the institute is a prestigious organization of the US Education System. There are four graduate schools functioning under the organization that offers around 45 diverse degree programs. Naval Postgraduate School admissions are open round the year on a rolling basis.
Rankings
- Naval Postgraduate School ranks in the Top 6% of the universities in the world.
| Category | Rank |
|---|---|
| Monterey Rank | #1 |
| United States Rank | #267 |
| World Rank | #858 |
- US News and World Report 2021 Ranking for Naval Postgraduate School:
| Graduate Program | Rank |
|---|---|
| Engineering | #106 out of 214 |
| Public Affairs/Public Policy | #52 out of 272 |
| Homeland/National Security and Emergency Management | #1 |
Highlights
| Type | Graduate school |
| Established | 1909 |
| Location | Monterey, California, U.S. |
| Endowment | 5.08 million USD |
| Application Fee | Not Applicable |
| Application Season | Rolling |
| English language proficiency score | TOEFL or equivalent |
| Additional test scores | GRE or equivalent |
| Financial Aid | Available as grants, awards and scholarships |
| Official website | nps.edu |
Campus
- The current campus of the school is located in Monterey which is in California. The campus is built on 627 acres of land.
- Impressive recreational activities and government housing facilities are also provided to the students.
- Limited numbers of student lockers are also available on-campus and are allotted by the Program Officer.
Housing Facilities/Residence
- The institute provides on-campus accommodation facilities to its candidates. The students who opt for residing in on-campus housing will be given Temporary Quarters to live upon arrival. Then they will be shifted to Permanent Quarters.
- The Navy Lodge-Monterey is the guest accommodation center which is located in La Mesa Village.
- The Navy Gateway suites include Standard Deluxe with Kitchenette, Deluxe Queen with Kitchenette and Standard Deluxe without Kitchenette.
- Special accommodation and services are provided to people with disabilities. The accommodation is quite affordable.
Courses
- The institute offers an array of courses for international students across its 14 academic departments and 4 graduate schools. Three research centers are also available.
- Its 4 graduate schools are namely Graduate School of Business & Public Policy, Graduate School of Engineering & Applied Sciences, Graduate School of Operational & Information Sciences and School of International Graduate Studies.
- Some of the unique programs offered by the institute are Space Systems, Combat Systems, Communication Systems and many more.
- A unique MBA program is offered to the students by The Graduate School of Business and Public Policy.
Naval Postgraduate School Application Process
NPS accepts applications twice yearly i.e. during March and in September. Applications are accepted online through its official website.
How to Apply?
Application Portal: Apply using the Online Application Portal
Application Fee: No Fee
Application Deadline: Rolling
| Semester | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Spring | December 21st |
| Fall | September 13th |
| Summer | June 20th |
| Winter | December 29th |
Basic Admission Requirements
- A GPA of 2.2
- High-school transcripts (official)
- GRE score or equivalent
- English Proficiency Test certificates with TOEFL(iBT):83 or equivalent
- Letter of Intent
- 2 letters of recommendation
- Writing samples
- Financial Statement
- Valid passport and visa.
Naval Postgraduate School Cost of Attendance
For all the prospective applicants of the institute, an estimated budget for international students looking to study in the US is as follows:
- The average tuition fee is USD 6,000 per quarter.
- The fee for the Joint Executives Systems Engineering Management Programs is USD 54,000.
- For the distance learning program, the tuition fee is different for different courses.
- For the Joint Executive Systems Engineering Management Program, the total fee is 54,000 USD. This includes tuition fees, books, and travel expenses.
- Other expenses that do not institute specific but general expenses common to residing in the USA are as tabulated below.
| Expense | International Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition/Fees | USD 6,000 per quarter |
| Books/Supplies | USD 1,200 |
| Room/Board | USD 10,000 |
| Transportation | USD 2,500 |
| Personal Expenses | USD 5,000 |
| Meals | USD 5,000 |
Scholarships/Financial Aid
The Naval Postgraduate School offers financial aid in the form of federal grants and scholarships for international students to study in the USA. Only two scholarships are available for the non-military applicants only which are discussed below.
- The students who are selected for the Smart Scholarship Program receive a stipend of 25,000 USD-38,000 USD. Students from the UK, New Zealand, Australia, Canada with a GPA of 3.0 are eligible for the scholarship.
- The SFS-STEM scholarship is given to the students having a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science. They receive 34,000 USD per year.
- The SFS-Monarch scholarship also has a value of 34,000 USD per year.
| Scholarship | Amount | Type of Scholarship | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian Master’s degree Scholarship- STEM and MONARCH programs | USD 34,000+ | Merit-Based | July 20th, 2022 |
| Smart Scholarship Program | USD 25,000-38,000 | Merit-based | Not specified |
Alumni Network
- NPS alumni network aims to bring about a collaboration between the students, faculty and alumni.
- There are over 50,000 alumni. The alumni get free access to Dudley Knox Library.
- They also get to be a part of various events like the golf tournament, grand winter ball, etc.
- Some of the notable alumni include Alice Trevino, Ronald A. Route, P. Gardner Howe III.
Placements
The students of the organization are offered jobs under the USA government. All the placements will be done via USAJOBS which is the official website of the federal government.
The students will have to create a profile on the website and upload the required documents. They will also be able to view the status of their job application. Here is a list of salaries offered to alumni of Naval Postgraduate School as per different courses:
| Degree | Salary |
|---|---|
| Masters in Science | USD 115,000 |
FAQs
Ques. Where should I send my transcripts?
Ans. Official transcripts must be ordered from all undergraduate and graduate institution(s) attended and delivered directly to NPS. Our office accepts both paper and electronic transcripts. You can send your official receipts at:
Admissions Office
Naval Postgraduate School
1 University Circle,
He-061A
Monterey, CA 93943-5006
Email: admissions@nps.edu.
Ques. How do I know my transcripts have been received?
Ans. Transcript receipt information is viewable after logging in to your account as a returning user and opening up your application.
Ques. What are the academic requirements for admission to NPS?
Ans. The general requirement is a 2:2 equivalent degree.
Ques. What programs are available?
Ans. NPS offers a vast array of master's degree programs in areas such as Business, Engineering, Information Science, Defense Analysis and National Security Affairs. We also offer doctoral and certificate programs.
Ques. What application materials are required for Master’s degree programs?
Ans. All applicants must submit official transcripts from ALL attended undergraduate and graduate schools.
Ques. Will I be notified when my application materials have been received?
Ans. Not directly, you can check the status of application materials in your application.
Ques. Why has my school been deleted?
Ans. It's normal to see the deletion of schools that you didn't obtain a degree from or did obtain a degree that is lower than an undergraduate degree (associate degree or certificate).
Ques. How many programs can I apply to?
Ans. Resident Applicants: You may submit up to three different applications.
Ques. How are the applications prioritized?
Ans. Currently, applications are being considered in order of upcoming boards or the next academic quarter.
Ques. Will you accept official transcripts from an international school?
Ans. The equivalency report must include the following information: Courses, Semester Units, Grades, Subtotal, Total Semester Units, and Overall Grade Point Average.
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