Increasing Access for Latino Students in Chicago

From its beginnings in 1886, National-Louis University has stood for opportunity. NLU has deep roots in Chicago, roots that help prepare Latinos for Careers rather than jobs. National-Louis University welcomes you, the Latino student. Join us in our continuing involvement and commitment to your success. NLU has established more than 50 Latino initiatives throughout Chicago that are currently underway. An advising group has been formed and more Latino faculty is being sought after.

You may not know this but NLU has been a fostering the success of Latinos in Chicago for years. Nationally, NLU is ranked as a "top 100 university" in the country for Latinos/Hispanics who graduate. (Diverse: Issues in Higher Education 2007) NLU ranks 26th in number of master's degrees in Education earned by Latinos/Hispanics in the country. (IPEDS: Three-year period 2003-2005) And, NLU ranks 4th for ethnic diversity in the region. (2008 U.S. News and World Report)

In Illinois NLU ranks 1st for number of master's degrees in Education awarded to Latinos/Hispanics. (IPEDS: Three-year period 2003-2005) And, NLU's M.A. Psychology, non-clinical master's degree program (largest in Illinois) is made up of 40% Latino/Hispanic or African-American.