Big savings. Big adventure.
WUE (Western Undergraduate Exchange) helps students from western states attend NAU at a seriously reduced price. If you're eligible, you’ll automatically receive up to 40% off out-of-state tuition, no extra application required! That means you get a high-value education and the experience of living and learning in one of the most stunning college towns in the country: Flagstaff, Arizona.
Why WUE makes NAU even better
WUE is about more than just a lower price, it’s about making a great education even more accessible. This discount is available to all undergraduates who are residents of participating states and attending classes at the NAU Flagstaff campus.
Here's how much you could potentially save. (Plus, first-year students qualify for even more savings with additional tuition scholarships!)
| Scholarship | GPA (unweighted H.S. core*) | Annual amount | Four-year savings |
| Excellence | 3.75-4.0 | $8,500 | $34,000 |
| Gold | 3.5–3.74 | $8,000 | $32,000 |
| Blue | 3.0–3.49 | $7,000 | $28,000 |
| Opportunity | Admitted-2.99 | $4,500 | $18,000 |
*For more information on how the High School Core GPA is calculated, please review the admissions requirements.
Want help with estimating your costs? Use our net price calculator to find out what WUE means for your budget.
Who qualifies for WUE? (you probably do!)
If you live in one of the western US states or territories, you're in! WUE eligibility is based on your permanent residence, not your intended major or GPA. Check the full list below to see if you qualify for this tuition discount.
Note: WUE is not available for online programs or students admitted to NAU’s statewide campus locations.
Eligible states and territories
Eligible states
- Alaska
- California
- Colorado
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Montana
- Nevada
- New Mexico
- North Dakota
- Oregon
- South Dakota
- Utah
- Washington
- Wyoming
Eligible territories
- American Samoa
- Guam
- Northern Mariana Islands
Why WUE at NAU
No additional application required.
Allundergraduate majors at NAU’s Flagstaff mountain campus are eligible for the WUE reduced rate.
Pay up to 40% less than the standard non-resident tuition rate.
More ways to save
Scholarships
WUE students can still earn scholarships to help lower college costs even more. Some are automatic with your application, while others need a separate form.
Financial Aid
WUE students may also qualify for other types of financial aid at NAU, including grants, work-study programs, and loans. Learn more about your options here.
