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Northern Arizona University

Flagstaff, AZ 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate80%

NAU Academics

Northern Arizona University requires at least 120 semester hours to complete a bachelor's degree.

If students would like to graduate in less time than normal, they can choose the accelerated degree program. Northern Arizona University accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. Additionally, Northern Arizona University has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

NOTE: Around 59% of students who start college at Northern Arizona University finish the requirements for graduation within six years.

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Academic Options Yes No Note
Accelerated Degree Program
Transfer Credits Accepted
AP Credit Accepted
IB Credits Accepted
Summer Classes Available
New Student Orientation

Reminder: Northern Arizona University may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

Which Courses Are Required At Northern Arizona University?

Northern Arizona University has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are not required to fulfill a language requirement, but there is a math and science requirement.

Students are not required to take a computer class to graduate.

Course Required?
2nd Language No
Math Yes
Science Yes
Computer No

Reminder: Check with Northern Arizona University directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at Northern Arizona University

When choosing a major, Northern Arizona University students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Northern Arizona University.Northern Arizona University allows students to design their own major, if desired. If students would like to study something that is not offered as an official major, designing their own major is a great alternative. Northern Arizona University false.Northern Arizona University offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Double majoring may require more work but it can provide an interesting mix of experience that helps students stand out when looking for a job or applying to a graduate program.


Frequently Asked Questions About Northern Arizona University


Does Northern Arizona University Offer Learning Disability Services?

✅ Northern Arizona University does offer services for students with disabilities.

Prospective students can contact the college's Office of Accessibility Services to learn more about any support and accomodations offered. These conversations are usually kept confidential and will not be shared with the admissions office if you do not wish to share.

Does Northern Arizona University Offer Online Classes?

✅ Northern Arizona University true for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does Northern Arizona University Offer AP Credit?

✅ Northern Arizona University true Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does Northern Arizona University Have An Honors Program?

✅ Northern Arizona University true for highly-qualified applicants, and true. The Freshman Honors college provides a rich curriculum for highly-motivated first-year students. Students must complete a senior project if they are in the Honors Program at Northern Arizona University.

Does Northern Arizona University Require Internships?

🟨 Northern Arizona University does not require an internship for all students, but does require an internship for students in some majors. Students can look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job.


Additional Information About Northern Arizona University


Northern Arizona University Library

The main library on campus is the Cline Library.

Dual Degree Programs at Northern Arizona University

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time. A 3-2 dual degree program is a five-year program wherein the first three years are spend taking undergraduate courses and the final two years are spent taking graduate courses. Upon completion of the 5 years, the student will be awarded two degrees, a bachelor's degree and a master's degree.

NAU offers these dual degree programs:

•3-2 dual degree program in engineering

•3-2 dual degree program in forestry

•3-2 dual degree program in business administration

•Athletic Training; Chemistry; Communication; Computer Science; Criminology & Criminal Justice; Environmental Sustainability; Education; English; Geography; History; Political Science; Psychological Science; Sociology; Spanish; Sustainable Communities

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does Northern Arizona University have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every university. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

Northern Arizona University has an Army ROTC program and an Air Force ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at Northern Arizona University include:

•an ARMY ROTC branch unit on campus

•an Air Force branch unit on campus

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Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

28,090

Campus Setting

Small Town

Acceptance Rate

80%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$12,274

Out-of-State

$27,536

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Aug 1
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