Transfer tuition scholarships
Thinking about transferring to NAU? We’ve got scholarships designed just for you, making it easier and more affordable to earn your degree. Find out what you may qualify for and how to make the most of your financial aid options.
As a transfer student, you are automatically considered for many scholarships. Some private or donor-funded awards may require extra steps, but we’ll walk you through what to expect. For the best chance at receiving aid, make sure to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) early, even before applying to NAU!
Scholarships for students transferring to NAU
Award amounts for Arizona residents
| Award | Annual amount |
| Jacks Transfer Award | Up to $4,000 |
| 2NAU Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Phi Theta Kappa | Up to $4,000 |
| All Arizona Academic Team Scholarship | 100% of tuition |
| Earn to Learn | Up to $4,000 |
Award amounts for non-residents
| Award | Annual amount |
| Louie Transfer Award | Up to $4,000 |
| 2NAU Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Phi Theta Kappa | Up to $6,000 |
Scholarship eligibility and general criteria
To be considered for NAU’s tuition scholarships, you must:
- be working toward your first bachelor’s degree
- be enrolled full-time (12+ credits)
- (We recommend 15 credits per semester to stay on track to graduate in 4 years.)
- attend Flagstaff or a statewide campus
- accept your admission and pay the enrollment fee
- submit final high school transcripts right after graduation
- for Jacks and Louie Awards only: have financial need as determined by the FAFSA
Note: These scholarships apply to tuition only and can’t be combined with other NAU tuition awards (outside scholarships are okay as long as the total doesn’t exceed tuition).
Access2Excellence (A2E): Full tuition coverage
If you’re an Arizona resident and your household income is $65,000 or less, NAU guarantees full tuition coverage through our Access2Excellence (A2E) program.
Even better? Members of Arizona’s 22 federally recognized tribes qualify, no matter your income or where you live.
Lost your scholarship? You may be able to get it back.
If something unexpected happens and you don’t meet the scholarship renewal criteria, you can request a review. Submit a Scholarship Reinstatement Request Form by the semester’s priority deadline. While reinstatement isn’t guaranteed, we’re here to help however we can.
Studying abroad? You can use your scholarship!
Your NAU tuition scholarship can travel with you! Most NAU education abroad and exchange programs allow you to use your scholarship toward tuition. However, this doesn’t apply to faculty-led or third-party provider programs.
Planning to study abroad? Contact the Financial Aid team to learn how your scholarship applies.
Questions about transfer tuition scholarships?
Incoming students: Contact Admissions at admissions@nau.edu or 928-523-5511.
Continuing students: Contact the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid (OSFA) at financial.aid@nau.edu or 928-523-4951.
We’re here to help!