National Intelligence College

The National Intelligence College advances strategic intelligence education, research, and leader development in support of national security and joint warfighting education. **About The National Intelligence College** On March 11, 2026, the Secretary of War approved the transfer of the National Intelligence University to the Department of War, where it joins the National Defense University as its sixth college and will be renamed the National Intelligence College (NIC). This milestone reflects a major advancement in military education and leader development, reinforcing a unified approach to preparing for conflict. By integrating intelligence and joint warfighting education within a single strategic enterprise, NIC strengthens the nation’s ability to outthink, out-decide, and outfight its adversaries. For more than 60 years, the former NIU has served as the accredited, degree-granting institution of the U.S. Intelligence Community, educating leaders and advancing expertise in strategic intelligence to support national security. Established in 1962 by the Department of Defense and later aligned under the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, the University has prepared civilian and military professionals through rigorous classified undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs. **Vision and Mission** **Vision** Serve as the intellectual hub for the Intelligence profession, enabling leaders to advance our national interest. **Mission** Advance knowledge and educate leaders in strategic intelligence to strengthen national security.