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Apply as an exchange student

Steps to apply

Follow the steps below to apply as an exchange student.

1. Complete an online application Accordion Closed

Complete the online application below. Please note that the application fee can be waived for exchange students only by using promotional code EXCH1107. Note: If you are not an exchange student and use the promotional code, you will be billed for the application fee.

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2. Submit your official transcripts Accordion Closed

Upload to your application a copy of your official transcripts for all post-secondary/university education, as well as any vocational or ESL grade reports. All transcripts/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 Accordion Closed

Upload to your application a copy of the results of your proof of English proficiency. You can also later email it to studynau@nau.edu. You may submit unofficial test results but we may later ask for official results. The minimum requirements for university admission are:

Test or StatusMinimum Requirements
TOEFL70 IBT (School code 4006, MyBest Score accepted)
IELTS6
Duolingo95
ACT English & Reading21
SAT ERW350
Pearson Test of English56
IB English A5 for higher level & 6 for standard level
IB English B7 for higher and standard levels
Transferring from a U.S. institutionOne 3-credit course in English composition with a passing grade
Exchange student from EuropeB2 level in English
From a high school entirely taught in English4 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 countriesNo proof of English required

4. Provide proof of financial support Accordion Closed

Provide proof of financial support and complete the financial guarantee for the total amount of fees and expenses. This document is required for the SEVIS form DS-2019, the immigration form you will need to apply for a student visa.

If you have any questions, please contact us at studynau@nau.edu.