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About Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey, CA

The Naval Postgraduate School (NPS), located in Monterey, California, was established in 1909 as the School of Marine Engineering at the U.S. Naval Academy. In 1951, it relocated to its current campus, taking over the former Hotel Del Monte, to better serve the advanced education needs of Navy officers. Over the decades, NPS has grown into a premier graduate research university, providing advanced degrees in engineering, science, and national security to U.S. military officers and international allies. Its interdisciplinary programs and research have significantly contributed to the technological and strategic advancement of the U.S. Navy and the broader Department of Defense.

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Rob Thomson

U.S. Navy (1983 - 2007)

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James Welch

U.S. Navy (1966 - 1991)

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A School

U.S. Navy • 1979

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VP Squadrons • U.S. Navy • 2024

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USS Lawrence DDG-4 • U.S. Navy • 1972

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Historical Facts

• Established in 1909: The Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) was originally founded in 1909 as the School of Marine Engineering at the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland, before relocating to Monterey, California, in 1951. • World War II Impact: During World War II, the demand for advanced technical training for officers led to rapid expansion, influencing the school's eventual move to a larger campus. • Historic Campus: The NPS campus is located on the former site of the Del Monte Hotel, a world-renowned luxury resort in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, frequented by celebrities and U.S. presidents. • International Students: NPS has educated officers from over 100 allied and partner nations, fostering international military cooperation and understanding. • Top-Ranked Programs: The school is consistently ranked among the top institutions for defense and security studies, and its operations research program is renowned worldwide. • Unique Research: NPS has been at the forefront of military innovation, including advances in cyber security, unmanned systems, space systems, and meteorology. • First Female Graduate: In 1969, Ensign Frances Lois Willoughby became the first woman to graduate from NPS, paving the way for greater gender integration in military education. • Secret WWII Operations: During World War II, the Del Monte Hotel (now NPS) was used as a U.S. Army training facility and even hosted secret planning sessions for the Pacific theater. • Distinguished Alumni: The school’s alumni include astronauts, high-ranking admirals and generals, defense ministers, and NASA engineers, highlighting its global impact. • Historic Library: The Dudley Knox Library at NPS is named after Rear Admiral Dudley Wright Knox, a key figure in U.S. naval history and a pioneer in professional military education.