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Your journey at Northern Arizona University starts here. Whether you’re just beginning your college adventure or taking the next step in your education, you’ll find the right application to get started. Explore your options and take the first step toward becoming a Lumberjack. Your future is waiting!
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91% acceptance rate of NAU applications
General application must-knows
Understand why our admission application includes the following fields.
Parents/guardians graduating from college/university
We ask to determine if you would be considered first in your family to attend college. As a trailblazer in your family, we want to make sure you have the support you need to succeed!
Residency
There are several ways a student can be classified as an Arizona resident for tuition purposes. Find out if you're an Arizona resident.
Identification
Preferred name
- What it is: A name you use other than your legal name.
- Where it's used: Class rosters, LOUIE, and other platforms to support respectful communication.
- Legal use: Your legal name will appear on official documents (e.g., tax forms, paychecks, mailed communications).
- Who sees it: Faculty and relevant staff.
Sex
- What it is: Your legal sex, matching your Social Security records.
- Why it's collected: Required for federal reporting and compliance.
- Who sees it: Staff with federal reporting responsibilities or a verified need to know.
Gender pronouns
- What they are: Words like “she/her,” “he/him,” or “they/them” used to refer to you.
- Where they're used: Class rosters and Salesforce for respectful communication. Update anytime via LOUIE.
- Who sees them: Faculty and staff.