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Northern Arizona University
Northern Arizona University is a public four-year school in Flagstaff, AZ, with its campus in a city. It was founded in 1899[1]. It has about 22,903 undergraduates[7].
Founding year: Wikidata (community-edited) · Other facts: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard- 1899Founded
- 2026Today
Academics
Costs
What a year at Northern Arizona University costs in 2026-27, for students from abroad[2].
Where the money goes
Help paying, for students from abroad
Housing and food
The Scorecard does not say whether first-year housing is guaranteed or how many students live on campus. Check the school’s housing page.
Scorecard averages · reference only
These averages include U.S. students and the aid they receive. They are not an international student’s net price.
Getting in
Common Data Set 2025-2026: test scores are optional submissions, used case by case to strengthen the academic profile.
When to apply
- Fall application closing dateAugust 1[5]Decision Rolling, starting July 1From the 2025-2026 Common Data Set; reply deadline May 1 or within 3 weeks of notification
Dates can change. Check the school’s page before you apply.
Your application checklist
Filled marks come from the school. Dashed marks are not filled in yet.
Scores in detail
What the school asks for, and where its students land.
English test
Stated as a minimum[3]
NAU accepts TOEFL iBT (MyBest accepted), IELTS, Duolingo English Test and PTE.
Waiver or exemption: Exemptions apply for some applicants, such as graduates of English-taught high schools or citizens of English-speaking countries.
TOEFL iBT moved to a 1–6 scale for tests taken from 21 January 2026.
SAT and ACT
Extra steps for students from abroad
How many get in
Living in Flagstaff
Clubs, sports and activities
For information only. Confirm every figure with the school before you make decisions.