Overview
Founded in 1909, the Naval Postgraduate School is a graduate-level institution operated by the United States Navy, located in Monterey, California. Originally established to provide advanced technical training to naval officers, NPS has evolved into a fully accredited research university offering master's and doctoral degrees across fields critical to national defense, including engineering, computer science, operations research, and national security affairs. The school is best known for its close integration of classified and applied research with military operational needs, serving students from all branches of the U.S. armed forces as well as allied nations.
At a Glance
| Type | Public |
| Location | Monterey, California |
| Founded | 1909 |
| Total students | 2,500 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 8:1 |
| Acceptance rate | N/A |
| Graduation rate | 90% |
| Average starting salary | N/A |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | Tuition-free for military officers (government funded) |
| Out-of-state tuition | Tuition-free for military officers (government funded) |
| Room & board | Provided via military housing allowance |
| Average financial aid | N/A |
| Students receiving aid | N/A |
Admissions
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | N/A |
| Average GPA | N/A |
| Regular deadline | Rolling, based on military orders |
Top Programs
- Systems Engineering
- Operations Research
- Computer Science
- National Security Affairs
- Meteorology and Oceanography
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.