NORTHERN ARIZONA UNIVERSITY (NAU)
- Knoles Drive, Babbitt Administrative Center
- Flagstaff, AZ 86011
- OPEID College Code: 00108200
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- General Phone: (928) 523-9011
- President: John D. Haeger
- Type: Public, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research
- Local Area: Small City
- Student Enrollment: 23,597
- College Alias: NAU
- College Mascot: Lumberjacks
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Northern Arizona University (NAU) is one of three state universities in Arizona. It has a main campus located in Flagstaff, Arizona, and many statewide campuses and learning centers. NAU is a public, research university offering degrees at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels. It offers additional degrees through its online programs. NAU has 95 undergraduate programs, 57 graduate programs and more than 70 online programs.
History
Northern Arizona University was founded in 1899 with 23 enrolled students and one professor. Early administrators had to travel the countryside of Arizona to recruit students for the school's single building. That tiny school grew over the years and underwent several name changes as it expanded. In 1958, the school expanded its research activity through the establishment of its forestry program. In 1966, the school achieved university status when it was recognized for its expanded academic programs. It was renamed from Arizona State College to become Northern Arizona University.
Academics
The academic calendar for Northern Arizona University has fall and spring semesters, and also offers three and four week Winter and Summer terms.
Colleges and Schools
- College of Arts and Letters
- School of Music
- School of Art
- College of Education
- College of Engineering, Forestry and Natural Sciences
- School of Earth Sciences and Environmental Sustainability
- School of Forestry
- College of Health and Human Services
- School of Nursing
- College of Social and Behavioral Sciences
- School of Communication
- Graduate College
- The W.A. Franke College of Business
- School of Hotel and Restaurant Management
Student Life
Many student organizations and activities are available at NAU. The Recreation Center and Health and Learning Center offer opportunities for staying healthy and fit. There are more than 200 clubs in which to participate, including many intramural sports teams. Outdoor activities are arranged through Student Life and allow for exploration of the natural beauty around the campus.
Many theatre and music events are available on campus through SUN Entertainment, including concerts with headliners such as Jason Mraz and Mason Jennings.
On campus housing is available, along with many dining options.
Traditions
The NAU school colors are dark blue, white and gold. The school mascot is "Louie" the lumberjack.
Some NAU tradition include Greek Week, which includes many events and projects sponsored by the campus fraternities and sororities, Homecoming, which includes returning alumni joining in a bonfire and pep rally, a Mr. Lumberjack pageant, a parade, and more.
The annual "Gabapalooza" event at Gabaldon Hall on campus is an outdoor party open to all, which includes concerts, free food and carnival games.
Other NAU traditions include celebrations throughout the year to honor Native American Heritage, Asian-Pacific American Heritage and African-American Heritage.
Athletics
The NAU "Lumberjacks" athletic teams are members of the Big Sky Conference, which sponsors 15 NCAA Division I level athletic programs. Students can show their school spirit for the award-winning NAU football and basketball teams at the Walkup Skydome, one of the largest wooden dome structures in the U.S.
The NAU "Lumberjacks" compete in 15 intercollegiate sports, including:
Men's Sports:
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Cheer and Dance
- Football
- Golf
- Soccer
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Track and Field
Women's Sports:
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Cheer and Dance
- Golf
- Soccer
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
Satellite Campuses
The primary campus for NAU is in Flagstaff, Arizona, but students may choose to study at 34 different satellite campuses around the state. More information about satellite locations can be found at the Extended Campuses of Northern Arizona University website.
Community Life
NAU is located in Flagstaff, Arizona, a city that is nestled in the San Francisco mountain range. The area is known for its tall Ponderosa pines, high mountain peaks and scenic canyons. There are many other natural attractions, and the community enjoys many active outdoor activities.
- Student Services
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Can Complete Preparation With Specialization
- ROTC Army Air Force
- Website
- nau.edu
- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
- North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Research Universities (High Research Activity)
- Undergraduate Classification Professions Plus Arts & Sciences, Some Graduate Coexistence
- Graduate Classification Comprehensive Doctoral (No Medical/Veterinary)
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Full-Time Four-Year, Selective, Higher Transfer-In
- Enrollment Classification High Undergraduate
- Size Classification Large Four-Year, Primarily Residential
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- Admission Links
- Admissions: nau.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $25.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $50.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Rank Required
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Required
- TOEFL Required
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 10,437 | 15,897 | 26,334 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 7,496 (72%) | 11,704 (74%) | 19,200 (73%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 1,527 (20%) | 2,175 (19%) | 3,702 (19%) |
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 2,673 | 72% |
| ACT ® Exam | 1,456 | 39% |
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | 470 | 580 |
| SAT ® Math | 470 | 590 |
| SAT ® Writing | 450 | 560 |
| ACT ® Composite | 20 | 25 |
| ACT ® English | 19 | 25 |
| ACT ® Math | 19 | 25 |
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: NAU Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 79%
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 47% | 22% | 5% | 57% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $5,383 | $4,182 | $2,116 | $4,514 |
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 4.3% | 3.8% | 4.2% |
| Number in Default | 217 | 168 | 178 |
| Number in Repayment | 5,019 | 4,376 | 4,209 |
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $6,632 | $5,446 | $4,844 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $6,632 | $5,446 | $4,844 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $17,858 | $16,544 | $14,678 |
| Books and Supplies | $916 | $890 | $864 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $7,872 | $7,086 | $6,572 |
| Other Expenses | $4,335 | $3,892 | $3,816 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $9,742 | $8,664 | $7,212 |
| Other Expenses | $4,344 | $4,252 | $4,162 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $4,344 | $4,252 | $2,844 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $19,755 | $17,314 | $16,096 |
| In-State | $19,755 | $17,314 | $16,096 |
| Out of State | $30,981 | $28,412 | $25,930 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $21,634 | $19,252 | $17,082 |
| In-State | $21,634 | $19,252 | $17,082 |
| Out of State | $32,860 | $30,350 | $26,916 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $11,892 | $9,510 | $8,552 |
| In-State | $11,892 | $9,510 | $8,552 |
| Out of State | $23,118 | $20,608 | $18,386 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 23,597 Undergraduate: 18,300 Graduate: 5,297
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 8,999 Female: 14,598
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 7,424 Female: 10,876
- Graduate Gender Male: 1,575 Female: 3,722
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 17,288 Part-Time: 6,309
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 15,202 Part-Time: 3,098
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 2,086 Part-Time: 3,211
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 578 | 2% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 351 | 1% |
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 251 | 1% |
| Ages 18-19 | 6,006 | 25% |
| Ages 20-21 | 4,763 | 20% |
| Ages 22-24 | 3,684 | 16% |
| Ages 25-29 | 3,166 | 13% |
| Ages 30-34 | 1,887 | 8% |
| Ages 35-39 | 1,335 | 6% |
| Ages 40-49 | 1,616 | 7% |
| Ages 50-65 | 714 | 3% |
| Age Over 65 | 18 | 0.08% |
| Age Unknown | 157 | 0.7% |
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 3,199 | 2,411 | 788 |
| Faculty Status | 842 | 841 | 1 |
| Tenured Faculty | 452 | 452 | - |
| Graduate Assistants | 496 | - | 496 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 1,414 | 813 | 601 |
| Primarily Instruction | 1,405 | 804 | 601 |
| Primarily Research | 9 | 9 | - |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 267 | 255 | 12 |
| Other Professionals | 836 | 735 | 101 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 682 | 608 | 74 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 308 | 260 | 48 |
| Skilled Crafts | 69 | 67 | 2 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 170 | 164 | 6 |
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $66,703 (804) | $72,248 (417) | $60,727 (387) |
| Professor | $86,980 (259) | $89,294 (175) | $82,160 (84) |
| Associate Professor | $66,460 (201) | $67,577 (105) | $65,237 (96) |
| Assistant Professor | $56,921 (195) | $61,721 (71) | $54,173 (124) |
| Instructor | $34,735 (37) | $33,121 (14) | $35,717 (23) |
| Lecturer | $47,837 (112) | $49,223 (52) | $46,636 (60) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $66,703 (804) | $72,248 (417) | $60,727 (387) |
| Professor | $86,980 (259) | $89,294 (175) | $82,160 (84) |
| Associate Professor | $66,460 (201) | $67,577 (105) | $65,237 (96) |
| Assistant Professor | $56,921 (195) | $61,721 (71) | $54,173 (124) |
| Instructor | $34,735 (37) | $33,121 (14) | $35,717 (23) |
| Lecturer | $47,837 (112) | $49,223 (52) | $46,636 (60) |
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| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $3,215,717 | $1,713,762 | $1,501,955 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 53% | 47% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 408 | 212 | 196 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 314 | 170 | 144 |
| Basketball | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| All Track Combined | 193 | 99 | 94 |
| Football | 90 | 90 | - |
| Golf | 8 | - | 8 |
| Soccer | 30 | - | 30 |
| Swimming | 26 | - | 26 |
| Tennis | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Volleyball | 15 | - | 15 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $71,432 | $57,963 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $26,871 | $24,373 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Basketball | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| All Track Combined | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Football | 11 | 11 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 10 | 10 | - |
| Golf | 1 | - | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Soccer | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Swimming | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Tennis | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Volleyball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 72%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 62%
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 50% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 44% |
| Female | 55% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 45% |
| American Indian | 22% |
| Black | 42% |
| Asian | 49% |
| Hispanic | 47% |
| White | 52% |
| Unknown | 60% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 30% |
| 5 Years | 46% |
| 6 Years | 50% |
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Drug Related | 71 | 64 |
| Liquor Related | 14 | 26 |
| On Campus | ||
| Drug Related | 124 | 99 |
| Liquor Related | 25 | 57 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Forcible Rape | 7 | 8 |
| Aggravated Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 28 | 31 |
| Arson | 3 | 2 |
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | 10 | 8 |
| Robbery | 1 | 1 |
| Aggravated Assault | 4 | 9 |
| Burglary | 36 | 58 |
| Vehicle Theft | 7 | 8 |
| Arson | 6 | 2 |
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