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studynau@nau.eduApply as an exchange student
Begin your international academic journey at NAU
Steps to apply
Follow the steps below to apply as an exchange student.
1. Complete an online application
Complete the online application below. Please note that the application fee can be waived for exchange students by using promotional code EXCH1107. If you are not an exchange student and use the promotional code, you will be billed for the application fee.
2. Submit your unofficial transcripts
Upload copies of your unofficial transcripts for all post-secondary and university education to your application, as well as any vocational or ESL grade reports. All transcripts or mark sheets must be submitted in English. We require a minimum of a 2.5 grade-point average (GPA).
3. Submit your English test scores
Upload a copy of the results of your proof of English proficiency to your application according to the procedures associated with your test provider. The minimum requirements for university admission are:
| Test or status | Minimum requirements |
|---|---|
| TOEFL | 70 IBT (School code 4006, MyBest Score accepted) |
| IELTS | 6 |
| Duolingo | 95 |
| ACT English and Reading | 21 |
| SAT ERW | 350 |
| Pearson Test of English | 56 |
| IB English A | 5 for higher level and 6 for standard level |
| IB English B | 7 for higher and standard levels |
| Transferring from a US institution | One 3-credit course in English composition with a passing grade |
| Exchange student from Europe | B2 level in English |
| From a high school entirely taught in English | Four years of high school English (composition and literature) with passing grades as well as verification from your school that all courses are taught in English |
| From one of these English-speaking countries | No proof of English required |
4. Provide proof of financial support
Provide proof of financial support and complete the financial guarantee for the total amount of fees and expenses. The document is required for the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) form DS-2019, the immigration form you will need to apply for a student visa.
If you bring dependents with you, please submit the Dependent Form and provide an extra USD $5,000 per dependent.
Cost of attendance for exchange students
| Fall Only | Spring Only | Academic Year | |
| Mandatory student fees | $1,178 | $1,178 | $2,356 |
| Housing | $3,819 | $3,819 | $7,638 |
| Meals | $2,857 | $2,857 | $5,714 |
| Books & Supplies | $500 | $500 | $1,000 |
| Mandatory health insurance | $1,076 | $1,772 | $2,848 |
| Total | $9,430 | $10,126 | $19,556 |
Reduced Tuition Rate (RTR) exchange program students
| Fall Only | Spring Only | Academic Year | |
| NAU Tuition | $8,516 | $8,516 | $17,032 |
| Mandatory student fees | $1,178 | $1,178 | $2,356 |
| Housing | $3,819 | $3,819 | $7,638 |
| Meals | $2,857 | $2,857 | $5,714 |
| Books & Supplies | $500 | $500 | $1,000 |
| Mandatory health insurance | $1,076 | $1,772 | $2,848 |
| Total | $17,946 | $18,642 | $36,588 |