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Q: What is Northern Arizona University known for?

NAU is known for its Physical sciences courses that include Geology, Environmental, Earth & Marine Sciences, Mathematics & Statistics, and Physics & Astronomy. Northern Arizona University has been ranked #317 out of 443 by US News in its National Universities list. At NAU you will be joining more than 1,400 international students from over 80 countries.

Q: What is Northern Arizona University world ranking?

Northern Arizona University is ranked #159 at national level and #587 at global level. The university is ranked by US News and World Report at #244 in national universities and #135 in top public schools. QS World university rankings has ranked the university #1001-1200 which remains contant when compared with 2024 rankings.

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Northern Arizona University Courses and Fees 2025

Northern Arizona University offers 44 exciting programs for international students. Whether looking for opportunities at the UG and graduate level, the students will find a diverse range of study areas, including Accounting and Commerce, IT and Software, Hospitality and Travel and Teaching and Education, among others.

Northern Arizona University specializations include Materials Science, Criminology, Statistics and Counseling, etc. Northern Arizona University fees are USD 25,290 - 36,100 (INR 21,56,731 - 30,78,608).

Check fees, course durations, eligibility below:
(1 USD = Rs. 85.28) As of Apr 3, 2025

Courses	1st Year Tuition Fees	Duration & Eligibility
MS(17 courses)	INR 22 L - 29 LGet Fee Details	Duration: 18 months-2 years Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6 - 6.5, TOEFL: 70 - 80, PTE: 56 & Above, Duolingo: 95 - 105, GRE
MBA/PGDM(4 courses)	INR 25 L - 32 LGet Fee Details	Duration: 10-24 months Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 80 - 83, PTE, Duolingo: 105 & Above
B.E. / B.Tech(10 courses)	INR 26 L - 27 LGet Fee Details	Duration: 4 years Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6 & Above, TOEFL: 70 & Above, PTE: 56 & Above, Duolingo: 95 & Above

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Q: What is the eligibility criteria for admission to various courses at Northern Arizona University?

International students must fulfill the basic eligibility including proof of high school completion for UG and a bachelor’s degree from a recognised institute for PG. Along with this, they must submit the required details such as transcripts and mandatory scores. Students can check below the admission requirements for Northern Arizona University for UG and PG candidates:

Postgraduate Requirements:

A bachelor’s degree from a college or university accredited by an appropriate regional accrediting association
Completed graduate college application
Unofficial transcripts
Short answer essay questions
Resume
GPA score
A reference form
English language requirements

Undergraduate Requirements:

High school transcripts and mark sheets
Proof of financial support
Personal statement (optional)
Recommendation letter
English language requirements

Q: What is the application deadline for international students at Northern Arizona University?

International students intending to take admissions at the university can apply through the University Application Portal for Northern Arizona University admissions. Northern Arizona University accepts intake in 2 Semesters namely Spring Intake (February) and Fall Intake (September). Additionally, international students must fulfill admission requirements as well as the English proficiency requirements at the university. Furthermore, the Northern Arizona University application deadlines for international students is as follows:

Intakes	Application Deadlines
Spring 2025	Sept 15, 2024

Q: What is Northern Arizona University known for?

NAU is known for its Physical sciences courses that include Geology, Environmental, Earth & Marine Sciences, Mathematics & Statistics, and Physics & Astronomy. Northern Arizona University has been ranked #317 out of 443 by US News in its National Universities list. At NAU you will be joining more than 1,400 international students from over 80 countries.

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MS in Computer Science

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MS in Civil Engineering

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Want to apply to Northern Arizona University from India? You must consider fee to be a critical component to make an admission decision. The Northern Arizona University fee structure includes tuition fee and other living costs such as housing, food and grocery, travel, books, among others. Of these, tuition fee is the largest share of expense that you have to bear.

Below is the complete Northern Arizona University fee structure in a table format:

Courses	Tuition Range	Insurance Range	Transportation Range	Hostel Range
MBA/PGDM	INR 25,87,225 - 30,78,608	INR 2,45,265	INR 1,70,560	INR 11,07,787
B.E. / B.Tech	INR 25,20,877 - 25,49,872	INR 2,45,265	INR 1,70,560	INR 9,44,561 - 11,07,787
MPA	INR 25,87,225	INR 2,45,265	NA	INR 11,07,787
MFA	INR 23,00,513	INR 2,45,265	NA	INR 11,42,070
MS	INR 21,56,731 - 28,12,534	INR 2,45,265	INR 1,70,560 - 2,13,200	INR 11,07,787

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Q: What is Northern Arizona University world ranking?

Northern Arizona University is ranked #159 at national level and #587 at global level. The university is ranked by US News and World Report at #244 in national universities and #135 in top public schools. QS World university rankings has ranked the university #1001-1200 which remains contant when compared with 2024 rankings.

Q: How much is NAU tuition per year for international students?

International students need to consider various types of expenses apart from the tuition fee for pursuing higher education at NAU. The estimated fee for non-residents at NAU is USD 44,564. Apart from this, candidates need to pay for books and supplies, housing, meals, and personal fee along with transportation. This cost comes to be around USD 17,000.

Q: What is the ranking of Northern Arizona University programs?

Northern Arizona University offers undergraduate, Masters and doctoral programs in majors including Arts and Humanities, Business, Education, Engineering, Health and nursing, IT and computing, Law and criminal justice, Math and Science, and Communications. Some of the popular programs are mentioned in table below.

Popular Programs	Shiksha Popularity Ranking
MSc in Mechanical Engineering	#181
Bachelor of Science in Management	#219
Master of Global Business Administration	#156
Masters in Organizational Leadership	#225

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71% students never faced discrimination in this university

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Internships3.5

Part time work4.7

Post study jobs4

Quality of faculty4.5

Student Life4.8

Value for money4.2

Public transportation4.7

Safety5

Indian Food4

Permanent Immigration3.8

Anonymous

MS in Computer Science - Batch of 2024

4.1

Academics, campus life, and transition.

Tips: Before joining NAU, students should know about the weather, campus resources, and job opportunities. Transitioning here involved adapting to a new culture, academic system, and independent living. Nau also offers scholarships to students.

Likes (Student Life): I balance lectures, TA work, and self-study at NAU. I enjoy the learning environment and interacting with peers and professors. I participate in tech events like hackathons and career fairs and engage in AI, cybersecurity, and coding clubs to build skills.

Dislikes (Post study jobs): Post-study job opportunities for NAU international students depend on visa sponsorship, which is often competitive. Some companies do provide sponsorship but require work authorization. NAU's Career Development Office and ISSS guide job search, employment authorization, and career planning.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 500

Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 70000

Reviewed on 4 Apr 2025Read more

Anonymous

MS in Computer Science - Batch of 2024

4.1

Firm support, but career growth takes effort.

Tips: NAU offers strong academics, but adjusting to the weather, the cost of living, and internships can be challenging. The transition involved a cultural shift in learning style and interactions. NAU also offers merit-based aid.

Likes (Public transportation): NAU is well-connected to Flagstaff through the Mountains Line Bus System, which is free for students and covers key areas. The Lumberjack Shuttle provides convenient on-campus transportation. Public transit is affordable and reliable but has limited routes and hours, especially late at night.

Dislikes (Internships): Students must search externally, while NAU provides resources like career services, job portals, and Handshake. Guidance is available through resume workshops and advisors, but industry connections are limited. Internships relevant to computer Science exist, but securing them requires proactive networking beyond NAU.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 500

Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 60000

Reviewed on 3 Apr 2025Read more

Anonymous

MS in Computer Science - Batch of 2026

4.4

A rewarding journey with new challenges and opportunities.

Tips: Before joining NAU, students should know about the cold weather, high housing costs, and the importance of securing financial aid early. The transition can be challenging due to cultural and academic difference, but joining student organizations and improving communication skills help. I availed of Federal workstudy (FWS) through FASA, which provides financial support based on work hours.

Likes (Value for money): NAU offers quality education, experienced faculty, and strong career support at a comparatively lower tuition fee than many other U.S universities. The tuition fee is justified as the course structure includes hands-on projects and access to search opportunities.

Dislikes (Part time work): While on-campus jobs are available through Federal work-study, they are competitive and limited. Off-campus jobs are mostly restricted for international students due to visa rules. Balancing work with academics is manageable.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1500

Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD

Reviewed on 2 Apr 2025Read more

Anonymous

MS in Computer Science - Batch of 2026

Northern Arizona University offers good education, qualified faculty and good facilities.

Tips: Northern Arizona University offers a very good education from qualified faculty and has good facilities. International students can also expect $7,000 scholarships every semester. Plus, there is a good Indian community here to help you out if you're an Indian student. The faculty is very friendly and always willing to help students, even going so far as to hold office and tutoring hours every week to answer student questions. All the faculty here are very well qualified and do an amazing job at explaining complicated concepts so that everyone understands them.

Likes (Safety): NAU is best for student life because the campus is located in Flagstaff, which is a beautiful place, surrounded by snow-capped mountains, with beautiful views. The campus is very big, with lots of cultural events happening every week, and there are also lots of sports events happening on campus.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1000

Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD

Reviewed on 2 Apr 2025Read more

Anonymous

MS in Computer Science - Batch of 2026

4.2

The faculty is very supportive and always ready to assist students.

Tips: Northern Arizona University is a very good college for Indian students to study for a master's degree. The faculty is very supportive and always ready to assist students. Additionally, students receive a good scholarship, the location is superb both on and off campus, and it's close to a plethora of sights. There is generally a good amount of guidance available for finding and applying to internships through career services and faculty connections. Most of the internships are relevant to our study and offer practical experience and opportunities related to our field of study.

Likes (Student Life): In college, my day revolves around attending classes, studying, and engaging in extracurricular activities. On campus, various events are organized, such as workshops, cultural festivals, and sporting activities. There are a variety of student clubs and communities, ranging from sports teams and cultural groups to volunteering organizations.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1000

Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD

Reviewed on 2 Apr 2025Read more

Anonymous

MS in Computer Science - Batch of 2026

4.1

Life at Northern Arizona University has been challenging yet rewarding.

Tips: Northern Arizona University is a good university for international students. The education is good, the tuition fee is reasonable, we can easily find part-time jobs, the faculty are friendly and supportive, and it is located in Flagstaff, which is an amazing place, which is surrounded by snow mountains, and it is very near to many visiting places.

Likes (Part time work): It is not so tough to find part-time jobs on campus, and there are a lot of part-time jobs. and students are fewer, so anyone can easily find a part-time job on campus. There are a variety of part-time jobs, such as Teaching Assistants, Research Assistants, Front Desk, and Sodexo, etc.

Dislikes (Internships): In the US, college plays no role in finding an internship. It is all about your skills. It is very hard to find an internship in college. You can use some online platforms to search for internships. For a CS major, it is hard to get internships compared to others.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1000

Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 75000

Reviewed on 31 Mar 2025Read more

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How are Business and Management programs ranked at NAU?

Answered a month ago

Business and Management is ranked #122 by US News and #338 by Shiksha. Business and Management programs rankings are as follows:

Ranking Bodies	2023	2024	2025
US News - Graduate Business School	#102	-	#122
US News - UG Business	#219	#211	#222

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What is the ranking of Northern Arizona University?

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Northern Arizona University is ranked #159 in the USA and #587 in World as per Shiksha Popularity Ranking. ARWU ranking is #501. US News ranked the university #578 in 2025 whereas 2024 ranking was #519, indicating a decreasing trend. QS World University ranking remains constant, ie, #1001.

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How are MS specialised courses at Northern Arizona University ranked?

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MS at NAU is ranked #222 by Shiksha Popularity Ranking and #152 by US News. Ranking for MS specialised courses by other ranking bodies is given in the table below:

Ranking Bodies	2023	2024	2025
US News & World Report - Biomedical Engineering PG	#130	#146	#152
US News & World Report - Mechanical Engineering PG	#166	#173	#163

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Does Northern Arizona University offer any student clubs or associations?

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Yes, NAU offers more than 350 student clubs and associations. Student clubs work great in building up skills like communication, team work, leadership, building network and many more. There are different types of student clubs and associations such as academic, advocacy, cultural, recreation, repres

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Is the Northern Arizona University Flagstaff campus safe for international students?

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Northern Arizona University ensures that the campus safety remains their utmost priority. NAU police personnels are always available on the campus. NAU offers various resources to the students like the NAU Safe app which provides real-time alerts, safety tools and emergency contacts; Safe Walk Progr

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