Northern Arizona University Flagstaff Campus

Northern Arizona University—or Arizona Normal College as it was named back then—opened its doors in 1899 with 23 students, two faculty members (one, Almon Nicholas Taylor, was also the school president), and two copies of Webster’s International Dictionary bound in sheepskin.

“Recruitment” was a little different then—the first president scoured the countryside in horse and buggy seeking students to fill the classrooms of the single school building (now known as Old Main). In 1901, the first graduating class consisted of four women who received credentials to teach in the Arizona Territory.

International student scholarships

Eligibility and application information
The Center for International Education (CIE) offers several scholarships for international students. More details regarding CIE scholarships, as well as additional NAU scholarships and outside resources can be found below.

International Excellence Award
The International Excellence Award was established to provide opportunities for high-achieving underrepresented international students to attend NAU. It is a merit-based tuition waiver for first time F-1 undergraduate and graduate degree-seeking international students admitted directly into a university degree program on the Flagstaff campus. Students who meet the criteria are automatically considered once they submit a complete application for admission. This scholarship is awarded on a first-come-first-served basis.

To be eligible for this award, you must meet the eligibility requirements outlined below. Awards are highly competitive and eligibility does not guarantee an award. Other factors may be taken into consideration.

Living on campus
Living on campus is a core part of the Northern Arizona University experience. Our residence halls have always been the center of establishing new friendships, creating a sense of belonging, and coming together to interact and engage with each other in a shared community. We are committed to fostering a safe, welcoming, and inclusive housing experience for our residents.

Homestay
Homestays are an integral system of housing for students. Students have the opportunity to avail homestay facilities as per their discretion and choices. Homestay hosts include single people, young couples with children and pets, and older couples. All homestay accommodations have been inspected, and all adults in the home have completed a required criminal reference check.

The Northern Arizona University Flagstaff Campus provides a range of services and facilities that are convenient, safe and contribute to an engaged learning and living environment. Through innovative campus dining programs, campus unions, and student centres, students' health and wellness are promoted. The campus classrooms are spacious and provide a requisite environment for learning with all the amenities like computer systems, free Wi-Fi, and comfortable space. In addition to this, the university has several societies and clubs that conduct various activities and events. Some popular Clubs for students are Alpha Phi, Bad Jacks Dance Club, Energy Club, and Educators Rising, among others. Various outdoor and recreational activities are organized to promote health awareness and the overall development of students.

Northern Arizona University has a huge network of alumni spread across the world, and it organizes several workshops, seminars, alumni meetings, and other events that are very fruitful for the students as well as for the alumni. Some notable alumni are Robin Braun (The United States Navy Vice Admiral), Lopez Lomong (American Athlete), Seamus (Actor), Raul Hector (Former Arizona Governor), and Diana Gabaldon (Author).