Northern Arizona University
About Northern Arizona University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Northern Arizona University is a public university in Flagstaff, Arizona, at 7,000 feet elevation near the San Francisco Peaks. It offers programs in education, forestry, health sciences, and engineering in a mountain-town setting.
Founded
1899
Location
Flagstaff, Arizona
Students
28,380
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
89.6%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
61.3%
Near national average
In-State Tuition
$13,009
Out-of-state: $29,881
Avg Net Price
$14,158
After financial aid
SAT Average
1150
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$54,384
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Moderate
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Blind
Application Fee
$40
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Northern Arizona University accepts the majority of applicants at 89.6%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1150/ 1600
ACT Scores
23/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
61.3% complete their degree within six years
Retention
75.5%
4-Year Grad
45%
6-Year Grad
59%
Teaching Quality
20:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
71.8%
$/Student
$7.8K
Class Size
Large
While 45% finish in 4 years, 75.5% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$13,009
In-State
$29,881
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$14,432
Books & Supplies
$900
Total Cost of Attendance
$29,933
After Financial Aid
$14,158
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$9,709
Receive Grants
31.3%
Take Loans
31.6%
The full cost of attendance is about $29,933/yr for in-state students, including $14,432 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $14,158. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $29,881.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Northern Arizona University fund their education.
While in School
31.3%
Get Grants
Free money
31.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$41,212
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$19,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$201/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 31.6% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $19,000. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Northern Arizona University.
Gender
63.1%
Female
37%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
22,903
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
5,477
Graduates
38.7%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
12.7%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 63% of the student body. 38.7% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
22,903
Students
public
Institution
Large
Campus Size
R2 Research
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Northern Arizona University fields 8 varsity teams with 494 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division I-FCS
Conference
Big Sky
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
8
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
494
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
57% / 43%
281
Men
213
Women
4
Men's Teams
7
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Northern Arizona Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$54,384
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Psychology, General
$34K
451 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$77K
419 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$35K
414 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$44K
341 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$45K
256 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminology
$37K
253 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $47K six years out, growing to $54K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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