Instructional Leadership, emphasis: K-12 School Leadership (MEd)
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Becoming an NAU Online student

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“I am so glad a Jacks Online peer mentor reached out to me about becoming a peer mentor myself. The NAU community runs strong! Thanks to the program, I have a whole network of support.”
– Amber Connolly, BS Communication Disorders, '20, NAU Online
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“Without the Arizona Teachers Academy, I would not be able to pursue my online teaching degree. It allows someone with significant life experience like me to get robust teacher education, research-backed curriculum, field experience, and bring it to the classroom.”
– Barbara Anderson, pursuing a master's in Elementary Education – Certification, NAU Online

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NAU Online offers more than 100 fully-online degrees and certificates. Explore your interests and find the program that is right for you

What does an NAU Online student look like?

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They are working professionals, recent high school graduates, members of the military, parents, grandparents, and more. They come from all different walks of life and live around the globe.

What online students have in common is a desire for a quality education that fits into their busy lives. NAU Online provides that quality education.

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Academic and support services

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All online students are supported by faculty, staff, and peers who are dedicated to helping you succeed. Online student support resources include:

  • access to financial aid, including scholarships, loans, grants, and work-study opportunities
  • 24/7 technical support during the fall and spring semesters and daytime-hour support in the summer
  • certified online tutors to help you with your coursework
  • library resources including online access to journals, e-books, Google Scholar, and more
  • your own Jacks Online peer mentor—a current NAU Online student who can answer questions, share resources, and help connect you to the NAU community
  • an academic advisor. Use the appointment planner to schedule an appointment with your advisor

How NAU Online courses work

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We transcend typical remote learning by offering the same rigorous coursework and valued credentials as our in-person programs. Same faculty. Same programs. Same outcomes.

NAU Online courses are offered using the Canvas platform. This easy-to-use software allows you to access study materials, view lectures, and participate in discussions. You are able to work at your own pace within syllabus deadlines.

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