Information about Flagstaff

Explore your new surroundings

The NAU campus sits near the historic downtown of Flagstaff, a vibrant, friendly place where there are always activities to join–from outdoor hiking, running, and snowplay, to local shopping, arts, and restaurants for all tastes.

Community

Flagstaff is a welcoming place with much to do. Find your place in the community with a few of our local events and groups.

• Flagstaff community events
• NAU events
• Flagstaff First Friday art walk
• Outdoor adventures
• Flagstaff running resources
  • NATRA
  • NATRA Facebook Group
  • Run Flagstaff
  • Flagstaff Running Community

Housing

Unless your academic department will make arrangements for you, it is your responsibility to find housing for yourself (and your family, if applicable) for the duration of your stay at the University. Helpful tips for finding off-campus housing can be found at:

• CIE Flagstaff Housing Guide
• NAU Off-Campus Housing Guide
• Louie’s List – NAU off-campus housing search
• Graduate Student Government housing listserv: graduate_housing@lists.nau.edu
• Facebook – Marketplace – Rentals
• Facebook Group – “NAU Student Housing-Off/On Campus”
• Flagstaff Apartment Search  – (Off-campus apartments)
• American Campus Communities  – private apartments on-campus
• Cort  – furniture rental company

Schools and childcare

The local public school district is Flagstaff Unified School District. Which school your children will attend is typically based on where you live.

Charter Schools offer alternative education models and attendance is often available by lottery. Some include:

• BASIS Flagstaff
• Flagstaff Academy
• Flagstaff Junior Academy
• Montessori School of Flagstaff
• Mountain Charter School
• Northland Preparatory Academy
• Pine Forest School

If you have questions about schools, please contact us.