At NAU, you’re not just earning a degree—you’re building a future. With world-class faculty, hands-on learning, and over 20 campus locations across Arizona, you’ll gain the skills, experiences, and confidence to make your mark. Take the leap, apply today, and start your journey at NAU.

At Northern Arizona University, you’ll receive a high-quality, affordable, and accessible education that will transform your ambition into action. Apply now!

We are excited to welcome you to NAU and help you succeed—whatever your ambitions. Find the best application for your status and plans at NAU. If you’re unsure what kind of student you should apply as, explore how to apply for greater details.

Northern Arizona University sits at the base of the San Francisco Peaks, on homelands sacred to Native Americans throughout the region. We honor their past, present, and future generations, who have lived here for millennia and will forever call this place home.

Find your academic home at Northern Arizona University. Whatever your interest—from STEM to fine arts and everything in between—NAU has a place for you to pursue your passion. Our eight academic colleges offer programs of study designed to enrich lives and create opportunities in Arizona and beyond. 

Whether you’re considering in-person academic programs or plan to attend classes online, you’ll know that NAU is the right choice for you when you see our faculty mentors, hands-on learning opportunities, and warm, collaborative community in action.

With more than 100 online degrees and certificates, NAU Online makes it easy to pursue your passion while balancing life’s demands. Explore the fields shaping the future and find the right program for you.

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Northern Arizona University offers a wide selection of on campus and online masters degrees. Learn how you can advance your career with NAU and apply today!

The NAU Academic Catalog is the official source for curriculum-related information for all NAU academic programs and courses, for the given Catalog year.