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Northern Arizona University Rankings 2026

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 Ranking by US News & World Report 2025
Northern Arizona University Ranking by Quacquarelli Symonds Rankings 2026
Northern Arizona University ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) Ranking 2025
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Northern Arizona University Ranking

Northern Arizona University is one of the top universities for international students. It is located in Flagstaff, USA and is aimed at offering good quality education to a student community coming from across the world.

According to Shiksha Popularity Ranking 2025, Northern Arizona University is ranked globally at #587 and #159, among universities in USA. Shiksha Popularity Ranking is a unique ranking system that aggregates different rankings the university holds from leading publishers globally. This aggregate ranking allows Indian students to evaluate a university and make a guided decision.

Nationally, the Northern Arizona University ranking as per Shiksha Popularity Ranking has improved in 2025. According to QS, the university is ranked at #1001 in 2026 and 2025 showing a stable ranking trend.

The three year rankings of the university by different ranking bodies are given as follows:

Ranked By	2023	2024	2025	2026
QS	Not Ranked	1001	1001	1001
US News	540	519	578	Not Ranked

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World rank by different ranking providers

Shiksha

#604

ARWU Ranking

#501

US News Ranking

#578

QS Ranking

#1001

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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.

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Shiksha has ranked Northern Arizona University streams, such as Business & Management Studies and Engineering, at #338 and #204, respectively. The presence of multiple rankings online can prove to be overwhelming to students looking to study abroad. Hence, Shiksha Study Abroad has launched the Shiksha Popularity Ranking. With it, students will no longer be required to check multiple ranking organisations to know about the performance of a particular university. Just checking Shiksha ranking will suffice.

However, in case students are wondering how well is Northern Arizona University is ranked for its subjects as per other ranking bodies, the institute is popular for its Biomedical Engineering PG, Civil Engineering PG, Arts & Humanities, and Life Sciences courses all over the world. In the US News ranking 2024, Northern Arizona University stands at #152 for the Biomedical Engineering PG program. It is recommended to study Biomedical Engineering PG as it ranks #152 by US News (the best-ranked course of this institute under this ranking body).

Read on to learn more about Northern Arizona University courses and subject rankings in the article below.

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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

Northern Arizona University Ranking by US News & World Report 2025

US News and World Report is a recognized ranking body that releases National, Global, Regional and Course Rankings. Northern Arizona University ranks at #578 in 2025 and #519 in 2024 in the Global Universities Ranking category.

US News & World Report evaluates various factors when considering top university for rankings. Some factors are Best Colleges for Veterans, most innovative schools, top performers on social mobility, average 6-year graduation rate, etc.

Ranked by	2024	2025	2026
Global Universities	519	578	– / –
National University	249	244	242
Biomedical Engineering PG	146	152	– / –
Graduate Business School	– / –	122	– / –
Mechanical Engineering PG	173	163	– / –
UG Business	211	222	194

Northern Arizona University Comparison with Other Universities: US News and World Report

A comparison of US News National rankings of Northern Arizona University with other universities is given as follows:

University Name	2024	2025
Northern Arizona University	249	244
Missouri University of Science and Technology	185	196
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville	299	359
Western New England University	236	273

US News & World Report is renowned for offering ranking to top university around the world. The ranking authority evaluates a wide range of factors such as global research reputation, conferences, total citations, highly citied papers in top 1%, international collaboration, and more. Check the table listed below to know more about U.S. News & World Report ranking criteria they considered while determining rankings of Northern Arizona University:

Metric	Value
Global Score	43
Global Research Reputation	1362
Regional Research Reputation	597
Publications	1295
Books	461
Conferences	1325
Normalized Citation Impact	336
Total Citations	1087
Publications Among the Top 10% Most Cited	1058
Percentage of Publications Among the Top 10% Most Cited	418
International Collaboration (Relative to Country)	651
International Collaboration	298
Highly Cited Papers in the Top 1%	938
Percentage of Highly Cited Papers in the Top 1%	356

Also check: US News Best College Rankings Methodology

Northern Arizona University Ranking by Quacquarelli Symonds Rankings 2026

Quacquarelli Symonds is one of the most reputed ranking unit worldwide. Quacquarelli Symonds is highly regarded for its “World University Rankings”. The ranking authority publishes an annual report which indicates 1,418 institutions in 100 places. Also, Quacquarelli Symonds World University Rankings are based on various factors such as employer reputation, international student ratio, employment outcomes, etc.

According to Northern Arizona University Quacquarelli Symonds Rankings, the has been a

According to Northern Arizona University Quacquarelli Symonds Rankings, the has been a slight improvement in the world university ranking. The NAU was ranked at #1001 in 2026 and has shown a stable trend with the same ranking in 2025.

Ranked by	2024	2025	2026
World University	1001	1001	1001

Northern Arizona University Comparison with Other Universities: Quacquarelli Symonds

Northern Arizona University, Auburn, USC and Missouri Tech are some of the most esteemed universities in USA. Check below for Quacquarelli Symonds World University Rankings table for Northern Arizona University ranking with top universities over the past three years.

University Name	2024	2025	2026
Northern Arizona University	1001	1001	1001
Auburn University	801	951	851
Missouri Tech	480	527	628

Quacquarelli Symonds annual report is highly regarded by students all over the world. The annual report is based on a variety of parameters such as academic reputation sustainability, overall, faculty student ratio, etc. A few more parameters that Quacquarelli Symonds consider while ranking top universities is listed below:

Parameters	Value
Academic Reputation	4.7
Citations per Faculty	11.7
Employment Outcomes	14.9
Employer Reputation	4.1
Faculty-Student Ratio	4.1
International Faculty Ratio	91.5
International Research Network	78.2
International Student Ratio	100
Sustainability	5.4

Also Check: Quacquarelli Symonds World University Ranking Methodology

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ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) Ranking 2025

Ranked by	2023	2024	2025
Universities	401	501	501

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

71% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

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Academically oriented

Fun loving

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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