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Transfer Admissions Guarantee Applications accepted year-round
With nearly 100 majors and nationally ranked programs in business, engineering,
biology, nursing, and more, Northern Arizona University combines exceptional
academics, opportunities for research with renowned professors and
a commitment to making education relevant and rewarding.
Whether you’re transferring 12 or more credits from another institution, taking
the next step after earning your associate’s degree, or finishing any number of
classes to complete your bachelor’s degree, NAU wants to help you achieve your
educational goals.
Explore our Colleges and Majors
Colleges
Majors
Arts and Letters
Art Education
Comparative Cultural Studies:
Art History, Asian Studies,
Comparative Study of
Religions, Humanities
English
History
Interior Design
Modern Languages:
French, German, Spanish
Music
Music Performance
Philosophy
Philosophy, Politics and Law
Studio Art
Theatre
Secondary Education:
History and Social Studies
Music: Choral, Instrumental
Language: English, French,
German, Spanish
Early Childhood Education
Elementary Education
Special and Elementary
Education
Applied Computer Science
Astronomy
Biology
Biomedical Science
Chemistry
Civil Engineering
Computer Science
Construction Management
Electrical Engineering
Environmental Engineering
Environmental Sciences
Environmental Studies
Exercise Science
Forestry
Geology
Mathematics
Mechanical Engineering
Microbiology
Physics
Physics and Astronomy
Secondary Education:
Biology, Chemistry, Earth
Science, General Science,
Mathematics, Physics
Dental Hygiene
Health Sciences: Fitness
Wellness, Physical
Education, Public Health
Nursing
Anthropology
Applied Indigenous Studies
Communication Studies
Creative Media and Film
Criminology and Criminal Justice
Geographic Science and
Community Planning
International Affairs
Journalism
Parks and Recreation
Management
Photography
Political Science
Psychological Sciences
Social Work
Sociology
Strategic Communication
Visual Communication
Women’s and Gender Studies
Accounting
Business Economics
Computer Information Systems
Finance
Hotel and Restaurant
Management
International Hospitality
Management
Management
Marketing
With majors that focus on the humanities, arts
and modern languages, students can become
part of an intellectually vibrant community
of artists and scholars while developing
professional skills.
nau.edu/cal
Education
Deeply grounded in its tradition of educational
excellence, the College of Education prepares
caring, committed teachers and encourages the
development of innovative teaching methods.
nau.edu/coe
Engineering, Forestry
and Natural Sciences
Through programs that emphasize innovation in
science, technology and engineering, this college
helps the next generation solve environmental,
technological and scientific challenges.
nau.edu/cefns
Health and Human Services
Students with a passion for health sciences will
be prepared to provide health and wellness
services for individuals, families and communities.
nau.edu/hhs
Social and Behavioral Sciences
Whether interested in media, public service,
government, world cultures, public policy,
sustainability or communication, students have
one-of-a-kind opportunities to work with faculty
who help them think critically.
nau.edu/sbs
The W. A. Franke College of Business
With degrees that focus on management,
finance, operations and marketing, this college
provides a rigorous professional environment
where students receive the preparation they
need for a successful future.
nau.edu/franke
NAU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution/UM150426_07.15
University College
University College fosters student achievement and growth,
providing a pathway for student success with resources, advising
and coaching that will help students progress toward graduation.
nau.edu/uc
Explore the unknown: Many new students are unsure about what
to study or how to select a major. University College can help students
unlock their interests and talents and determine which major is right
for them. One option may be a bachelor’s in University Studies—
a personalized plan consisting of two minors in lieu of a major and
available to students with 60 or more completed units.
Connect with Us!
We have an entire center devoted to helping students
transferring to the Flagstaff campus get connected
academically and socially. Transfer and Commuter
Connections offers programs and resources to support
your transition.
Graduate College
Graduate students can choose from a broad range of advanced
degrees, including several accelerated programs that allow
outstanding undergraduate students to work simultaneously
on a master’s degree.
nau.edu/accelerated
Accelerated master’s degrees:
Applied Criminology
Applied Geospatial Sciences
Business Administration
Career and Technical Education
“I appreciate the academic and social education I received.
Opportunities like meeting billionaire businessman Warren
Buffett, a research trip to India, and participating in an
executive job shadow program all honed my skills for the
world after I graduate.”
Kiara W., Transfer student, ‘15
Business Management/Psychology
Gold Axe Award Recipient
nau.edu/transfer-commuter-connections
Our PLEDGE to You:
We guarantee the same tuition rate for four years —
helping you invest in your future and allowing you to predict your
future financial needs today. California students automatically save
40 percent on NAU’s out-of-state tuition rate through The Western
Undergraduate Exchange. Learn more at nau.edu/pledge.
Tuition and Fees
for Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) students entering Fall 2015
Tuition*
Engineering
Forestry
Psychology
Sustainable Communities
CALCULATE
YOUR COST
Use our net price calculator
to budget for your education
and identify the financial aid
you are eligible to receive.
nau.edu/calculator
1st Year
2nd Year
3rd Year
4th Year
$14,193
$14,193
$14,193
$14,193
Fees
$896
Total
$15,089
* Tuition rates are set each spring by the Arizona Board of Regents.
Room, board, books, transportation, and personal expenses vary by
student and are not included above.
READY TO APPLY?
You will be guaranteed admission if you have earned a minimum
of 35 credits and the California IGETC with a cumulative GPA of 2.5;
or earned an associate’s degree with a cumulative GPA of 2.0.
nau.edu/apply
You will be considered for admission if you have a 2.0 or higher overall
college GPA and at least 24 transferable academic college credits.
Include unofficial copies of transcripts from other
institutions you’ve attended.
Use this code to waive the $25 application fee: TRNCA
Visit Us!
Join us every first Friday of the month, excluding January and
holidays, for specialized campus visits geared toward transfer
students. Register at nau.edu/visit.
TRANSFER
COURSES
Use the Jack’s Transfer Guide
to see how your courses will
transfer to NAU.
nau.edu/jackstransfer
We also offer two full-day Transfer Visit Days
Friday, October 16
Friday, March 4
VIRTUAL TOUR
nau.edu/virtualtour
Our virtual tour is the
next best thing to being
here in person.
Office of Undergraduate Admissions and Orientation
PO Box 4084
Flagstaff AZ 86011
888-628-2968
nau.edu