About
Established in 1909, the Naval Postgraduate School is a Naval command with a graduate university mission offering master’s and doctoral degrees in fields of study core to Naval-unique needs, the U.S. Armed Forces, DOD civilians and international partners. Read more about our Mission.
What is the Naval Postgraduate School? We are a community of defense leaders, educators and researchers developing warrior talent and solving problems for decisive advantage at sea. We are Responsive, Applied, Interdisciplinary, Innovative, Classified and Secure.
NPS Transformation Focus Areas:
See NPS Strategic Framework for more.
Sponsored/Reimbursable Programs:
- $126 million FY25 Direct Authorization (w/o military salary)
- Approx $94 million RY25 in sponsored/reimbursable education and research programs
- Research programs are aligned to Naval needs
- NPS research enables our defense-focused curricula
- Education and research enable innovative solutions
Alumni Feedback Confirms the Mission Impact of an NPS Education
Alumni consistently report that an NPS education strengthens their ability to contribute to national defense. Feedback shows strong and consistent value, relevance, and career long impact after graduation.
Participation Rate 22%
92% of alumni agree that NPS achieved its mission.
94% of alumni agree that they received defense focused graduate education.
Skills Enhanced
AVERAGE NUMBER OF ANNUAL DEGREES
