School Highlights
National American University-Mesquite serves 180 students
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 74%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Minority enrollment: 72%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
National American University-Mesquite ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
National American University-Mesquite
(TX) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Mixed Baccalaureate/Associate's
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Private, for profit
Total Faculty
n/a
262 staff
Student Body
The student population of National American University-Mesquite has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The National American University-Mesquite diversity score of 0.62 is less than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
180 students
1,396 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
23:1
# Full-Time Students
n/a
890 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
4,022 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
n/a
403 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
42 students
890 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
40 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
138 students
4,022 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
47 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
252 students
% Asian
n/a
6%
% Hispanic
22%
46%
% Black
50%
14%
% White
28%
26%
% Two or more races
n/a
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
n/a
3%
Diversity Score
0.62
0.70
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
0.5469%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.3357%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) (Year 2013)
$41,200
$34,600
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
84%
Median Debt for Graduates
$24,384
$10,765
Median Debt for Dropouts
$12,497
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
81%
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is National American University-Mesquite's ranking?
National American University-Mesquite ranks among the top 20% of community college in Texas for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.
In what neighborhood is National American University-Mesquite located?
National American University-Mesquite is located in the Town East Mall neighborhood of Mesquite, TX.
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