For more than 140 years, National Louis University has expanded opportunity through the transformative power of education. Founded by Elizabeth Harrison, our mission began with a simple but powerful belief: education changes lives. It empowers individuals, strengthens families, enriches communities, and creates pathways to brighter futures. That belief has guided our university since 1886 and continues to inspire our unwavering commitment to access, excellence, innovation, integrity, and the success of every learner.

Today, National Louis University serves students across Illinois, Florida, and throughout the nation through our campuses in Chicago, Wheeling, Lisle, and Tampa, as well as our online learning community. More than 100,000 alumni are leading productive lives and meaningful careers, making lasting contributions to their professions, communities, and the world. Their success reflects the lasting impact of an NLU education and the values that have defined our university for generations.

An NLU education is grounded in academic excellence and designed to prepare graduates for lives of purpose and impact. Our students benefit from rigorous and relevant curricula, accomplished faculty and staff, comprehensive wraparound support services, meaningful co-curricular experiences, and robust career preparation that equips them to succeed in a dynamic world. Whether pursuing a degree, advancing in a profession, changing careers, or developing new skills, our learners are supported every step of the way.

At National Louis University, our students are at the center of everything we do. We recognize that every learner's journey is unique, and we are committed to creating an environment where students feel welcomed, supported, challenged, and empowered to achieve their personal, academic, and professional aspirations.

Our academic offerings span undergraduate, graduate, doctoral, and workforce education, providing multiple pathways for learners to achieve their goals and contribute to the workforce and their communities. We are committed to ensuring our programs remain relevant, accessible, and responsive to the evolving needs of students, employers, and society, helping learners build the knowledge, skills, and confidence to achieve lasting economic opportunity and meaningful careers.

Innovation has always been part of the National Louis story. We continuously explore new approaches to teaching and learning, student support, workforce development, and community partnerships to better serve our students and strengthen the communities in which they live and work. While our methods continue to evolve, our commitment to student success, academic excellence, and expanding opportunity remains constant.

Whether you are considering becoming a student, reconnecting as an alumnus, exploring opportunities to partner with us, or simply learning more about our university, I invite you to discover what makes National Louis University such a special place.

Together, we are building a stronger future—one learner, one community, and one generation at a time.

Thank you for visiting National Louis University. We look forward to welcoming you into our community.

Best,

Eddie Phillips, Ed.D.
President