Founded in 1899, NAU is proud to celebrate a long commitment to educating undergraduate and graduate students. Accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, the university values and promotes an ethnically rich and diverse university community and graduates who are prepared to contribute to the social, economic, and environmental needs of a changing world. It inspires students to become active citizens, leaders, visionaries, and problem solvers with an understanding of global issues. Our Mission is to provide an outstanding undergraduate residential education strengthened by important research, graduate and professional programs and a responsive distance learning network delivering programs throughout Arizona.

Northern Arizona University’s beautiful 738 acre campus promotes sustainable practices including progressive recycling efforts, shuttle buses powered with biodiesel, and has completed the construction of three new energy-efficient buildings certified by the U.S. Green Building Council.