The National University of Samoa was established in 1984 by an Act of Parliament. From its small beginnings (only 45 students started the University Preparatory Year), the National University of Samoa developed in leaps and bounds.

From its humble beginnings in 1984 (45 students in the only class, the University Preparatory Year), the National University of Samoa has developed in leaps and bounds. Its first degree, the Bachelor of Education, a one-off programme, was launched in 1987. A year later, the Bachelor of Arts programme was taught. The first graduates in both programmes were awarded their degrees in the 1990 graduation ceremony. 

The Student Support Services (SSS) offers a variety of services that are available to the students on campus. Our team comprises of two Counsellors, Literacy officer, Numeracy officer and Employment development officer.  We work as a team to make sure adequate support is provided to meet each student’s educational and welfare needs.

Services: Counselling, Literacy,  Numeracy and Employment Development programmes, career counselling for students, critical thinking skills workshops, social skills development workshops for students, health and welfare of students, assistance for International students in basic literacy skills both in English and Samoan, Graduate employability and Basic Career skills workshops.