NAU Online degrees
Take bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral classes online and advance your career goals through our fully accredited online degree programs.
Virtual information sessions
To learn more about statewide and online program options, you can now register for a virtual information session. These sessions are currently held Monday-Thursday at noon or 4pm, MST.
Virtual information sessions are available for the following programs and areas of interest at all campuses:
- 2NAU and California2NAU
- Industrial Leadership
- 90/30 transfer programs
- Interior Design
- Applied Human Behavior
- Justice Studies
- Business
- Nursing
- Communication Sciences
- Personalized Learning
- Communication Studies
- Psychology
- Dental Hygiene
- Public Administration
- Elementary Education/Special Education
- Social Work
- Health Sciences
- Strategic Leadership
- Hospitality Leadership
- Technology
Registering for your virtual session
When registering for your virtual session, you will have the option to choose the program or area of interest that suits you.
Two paths to learn through Arizona’s best online university
Choose from our two flexible, innovative, online degree formats. Traditional Online Learning blends flexibility with scheduled progress. Competency-Based lets you work at your own pace—and can save you time and money.
Choose the path that works best for you:
Traditional Online
- select a semester-based course schedule
- meet assignment deadlines
- pay tuition based on credit hours
Explore Traditional Online
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Competency-Based Online
- choose your start date
- set your own schedule
- pay a six-month, flat subscription rate
Explore Competency-Based
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Featured online degree programs
Pursue your greatest ambitions on your terms, through NAU Online
NAU understands that everyone’s educational journey starts in a different place. Wherever you are, we’re there to meet you. For more than 30 years, NAU has delivered excellence in distance learning and has evolved into one of the best online experiences in the nation.
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Most affordable online program in the nation by Affordable Colleges Online, 2018Earn an affordable degree from our fully accredited online university
NAU is fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, and we’ve designed our innovative, flexible programs to fit your busy schedule.
The HLC accreditation covers all academic programs, all locations, and all online degree programs. For more information, please visit the HLC website or call 800-621-7440.
What’s life like as an NAU Online student?
The NAU Online experience is built around you, and your education is in your control. Learn more about what to expect as an NAU Online student.
Personalized resources while you take classes online
Earning your online degree doesn’t mean you’re alone in your journey—we provide the resources and faculty mentorship you need to succeed, every step of the way.
Whichever path you choose, you’ll experience:
- full library access
- guidance from dedicated professors and advisors
- 24/7 tech support
- financial aid opportunities
- online tutoring