97% of NAU students receive some sort of scholarship or financial aid
800 research projects funded each year
73% of graduates are employed or in graduate school within 6 months
39% of undergrads are first-generation college students
Over 500 companies recruit directly from NAU each year
At Northern Arizona University, you’ll find more than a campus, you’ll find community, purpose, and opportunity. With career-driven programs, real-world experience, and a stunning Flagstaff location, NAU offers a college journey that’s as affordable as it is unforgettable. Here, every student matters, and every path is possible.
After a three-year hiatus, the School of Hotel and Restaurant Management’s (HRM) Job Shadow Program is back, taking students into the workplace for a day of career learning. This revived initiative pairs students with professionals in the hospitality industry to give them a firsthand look at the responsibilities, challenges and collaboration behind each role. For many students, this is their first opportunity to step inside the environments they’ve only…
In today’s rapidly evolving job market, true career readiness comes from experience. A marketing class at NAU provides students with the opportunity to collaborate directly with entrepreneurs and organizations in need of innovative marketing strategies, equipping them with the skills necessary for success after graduation. McKenzie Cassens, assistant professor of practice at the W. A. Franke…
NAU is more than lectures, deadlines and degrees: It is a place for community, connection and success. This is why the students and staff who are part of SUN Entertainment dedicate their time to creating student-centered experiences that bring people together. SUN—which stands for Student Union Network— designs multiple campus events every year, including concerts, comedy shows, movie screenings, tournaments and craft nights. Each event offers students an opportunity to relax, have fun, make connections outside of…
Learning about a culture from a textbook can give us a glimpse into a different world. However, talking to someone from a different culture will provide us with a more detailed view of their culture and a deeper understanding of our own. Inquiry Into Self and Culture is a unique class at Northern Arizona University that does just that, by pairing…
A new grant will create a visionary program designed to empower high school students to drive real change in their communities. With funding from the National Communication Association’s 2026 Communication Pedagogy Grant , NAU associate professor Zhan Xu and professor of practice Janice Sweeter, along with collaboration from K. Hazel Kwon from Arizona State University and Young Eun Moon from the University of Mississippi, are developing an innovative curriculum to show teens how…
Whether they’re tickling your nose, hugging your eyelashes or melting on your tongue, few winter wonders are as fascinating as snowflakes. The freezing-cold crystals are known for their one-of-a-kind appearances, which can be attributed to the multiple scientific processes that converge during their growth. Water molecules solidify and stick together in the glacial air. As they collect, they craft complex hexagonal…
Cost shouldn’t be a barrier to opportunity. That’s why we offer competitive tuition, generous scholarships, and Arizona resident tuition for qualified nonresidents. NAU students graduate with less debt than the national average.
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Higher education is within reach and worth the investment. NAU empowers students from all backgrounds to reach their true potential. With an academic experience focused on career readiness and NAU’s supportive community, get ready to turn your interests into lifelong impact.
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College is more than learning in the classroom, it’s discovering new prospectives, building lifelong connections, and exploring your interests. With 400+ student clubs, 150+ trails in every direction, and 10,000+ students living on campus, you will experience endless opportunities to get involved.
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We are on a mission to give every student access to high-quality education that leads to lifelong economic mobility and social impact. Elevate, the campaign for NAU, is our $300 million call to action to make education more accessible, advance academic excellence, support and attract visionary faculty, and elevate the campus experience.
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At NAU, you can learn your way. Whether that’s in the cool mountain air of Flagstaff, online from anywhere, or at one of our many Arizona campuses, we have courses that fit your schedule and lifestyle.
