Connect, explore, and belong
At NAU’s Flagstaff campus, tradition meets momentum. Historic sandstone buildings rise beside cutting-edge facilities, while sun-dappled pathways weave through towering pines and lively courtyards. With around 20,000 students, campus life buzzes with activity. It's big enough to offer every opportunity, yet close-knit enough to feel like home. Most academic buildings are just a 10 to 15-minute walk away, and getting around is a breeze with free campus shuttles, bike shares, and local transit.
From impromptu hammock hangouts to late-night study sessions, food truck meetups to weekend mountain adventures, life at NAU is full of connection, discovery, and momentum. Whether you’re grabbing coffee with friends, hiking a nearby trail, or cheering at a Lumberjack game, you’ll feel the energy of a community that’s always in motion.
883acres to explore on the Flagstaff campus
20+residential communities to choose from
Life on campus
Campus living communities
Over 10,300 students live on Flagstaff campus. Explore NAU’s campus living communities (CLCs) to find the space that matches your lifestyle.
Student life in Flagstaff
Located beneath Arizona’s tallest mountain, Flagstaff boasts crisp, clean air, awe-inspiring dark skies, and a four-season climate perfect for year-round adventure.
Lumberjack spirit
When you become a Lumberjack, you join a community rooted in pride, purpose and school spirit.
Dining on campus
Restaurants and dining options
With many restaurants across campus including late-night options, you’ll find a vast array of dining locations, open at all times of the day.
Environmental stewardship
NAU campus prides itself on cultivating a culture of sustainability, and Campus Dining is often seen as a leader in that mission.
Transportation on campus
On and off-campus transportion
We provide fast, reliable transportation options across campus. More than 65% of students never bring a car to campus and travel easily without a car.
Parking on campus
A university parking permit or paid short-term parking is required to park on campus. Annual permits are effective August 15.
On-campus amenities
Campus Recreation
Whether you’re working out in the Rec Center, joining a group fitness class, or playing on our sports fields, Campus Rec offers countless opportunities to connect and stay active.
Health and wellness
Taking good care of yourself is easy at NAU. We have programs available dedicated to all aspects of your health and wellness, in person and online.
Clubs and organizations
Clubs on campus are a great way to meet people with the same interests, explore something new, help others, develop new skills, and have fun.
Sports and athletics
NAU offers a variety of sports for every skill level. Our teams compete on the mountain, in the swimming pool, and out on our playing fields throughout the year.
Cline Library
The library offers everything from expert research support to immersive study spaces and advanced multimedia tools.
Learning and study spaces
Looking for a quiet corner to study. Explore spaces on campus designed for collaborating, meeting, and dynamic learning.
