STAR Program
STAR: Eligibility & Application
Who can participate in the NAU STAR program?
The program is open to first-time freshmen who are committed to earning their bachelor’s degree from Northern Arizona University. To be selected for the program, you must meet the following criteria:
- Be an Arizona resident
- Be attending NAU in the upcoming fall semester
- Be a first-generation college student who demonstrates a financial need
- Be a Pell Grant eligible student
How much does it cost?
The cost of 2021 STAR program includes:
- Housing
- Meal plan
- Tuition and fees
- Books
The costs of the program will be covered through financial aid. Financial aid can only be disbursed to cover the costs of the program for students who have a complete 2020-2021 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) on file.
Apply to the STAR Program
Applying to the STAR program is easy. Just follow these steps:
- Apply to Northern Arizona University. You must be accepted to the university and pay the $350 enrollment deposit to be selected for the STAR program.
- Complete and submit the STAR Interest Participant Application.
- All STAR program participants are required to complete BOTH the 2020- 2021 and the 2021 – 2022 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FASFA) to be considered for eligibility in the program.
Selection Process
Once we receive your application, you will receive a confirmation e-mail from the program. We begin reviewing applications for the program in February. Please note that we will not be able to make a decision until your application file is complete, including:
- A complete STAR Participant Application is submitted
- You have accepted your admission to NAU and paid the $350 enrollment deposit
- You have a complete 2020-21 FAFSA application on file – this may include submitting all verification documents requested by the NAU Financial Aid Office
Once selected for the program, we will send you a confirmation letter and check-in/orientation packet.
The application for the STAR program has now open. If you have any questions please contact STARProgram@nau.edu.