Academic Information

The College of Arts and Letters (CAL) is dedicated to elevating the culturally and intellectually vibrant community of students, staff, faculty, and neighbors in northern Arizona. CAL hosts many events including art shows, film screenings, theater performances, musical concerts, and lectures.

Elevate your education with CAL:

Find out more about the Dean of the College of Arts and Letters, the academic majors offered, or other student resources on the College of Arts and Letters’ website.

Whether you want to be a teacher, counselor, school psychologist, or school leader, one thing is certain: you are passionate about inspiring others. At NAU’s College of Education (COE), we’ll prepare you to be a leader in education—so you can make a difference for the rest of your life. Northern Arizona University has long been recognized as a leader in education, in Arizona and beyond.

Find your fit with COE:

Find out more about the Dean of the College of Education, the academic majors offered, or other student resources on the COE website.

At the College of Engineering, Informatics, and Applied Sciences (CEIAS), you can join a diverse community of scholars who integrate fast-growing scientific knowledge with engineering, computer technology, and environmental and biological informatics. Here, as part of the next generation of scientists, you will conduct meaningful research and apply technical innovation to create a better world.

Design the future with CEIAS:

Find out more about the Dean of the College of Engineering, Informatics, and Applied Sciences, the academic majors offered, or other student resources on the CEIAS website.

At the College of the Environment, Forestry, and Natural Sciences (CEFNS), we’re training next-generation engineers and scientists for exciting careers. With our small classes, dedicated faculty, and innovative research projects, you will discover the importance of science and technology in solving the challenges of today’s world.

Discover your perfect program with CEFNS:

Find out more about the Dean of the College of the Environment, Forestry & Natural Sciences, the academic majors offered, or other student resources on the CEFNS website.

The College of Health & Human Services (CHHS) prepares students to become, and remain, excellent health professionals. The college aims to facilitate high quality learning and education, to advance knowledge and practice in the health professions, and to provide service to improve the health and well-being of the communities served, particularly Arizona residents, Native Americans, and other individuals considered disadvantaged.

Grow your future with CHHS:

Find out more about the Dean of the College of Health and Human Services, the academic majors offered, or other student resources on the CHHS website.

The College of Social and Behavioral Sciences (SBS) has many diverse academic programs living under our umbrella, each threaded together by a shared mission. They are committed to: Promoting the appreciation and importance of diversity, advocating for the importance of community, stressing the importance of sustainability and environmental issues, exploring issues of justice and power, developing global perspectives, and fostering active engagement, advocacy and applied learning.

Get started today with SBS:

Find out more about the Dean of the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, the academic majors offered, or other student resources on the SBS website.

The W. A. Franke College of Business (NAU-FCB) is a place where you may make a connection for life. Our primary goal is to prepare students to make valuable contributions to their chosen profession and their communities. Our secondary goal is to provide high-quality, business-related training, education, consulting, and information to the Arizona community.

Gain a new vantage point with NAU FCB:

Find out more about the Dean of the W.A. Franke College of Business, the academic majors offered, or other student resources on the FCB website.

Whether you pursue graduate studies at the Flagstaff Mountain Campus, a statewide location, or online, NAU offers graduate students outstanding programs, hands-on mentoring, and exceptional research, scholarship, and creative activities. The NAU Graduate College supports all aspects of graduate education and provides robust professional development opportunities.

Find your graduate program with the Graduate College:

Find out more about the Dean of the Graduate College, the academic majors offered, or other student resources on the Graduate College website.

Are you an academically motivated student looking for a challenge? The NAU Honors College will help you push academic boundaries. Surround yourself with a strong community of engaged scholars for support and inspiration that use civility, compassion, empathy, and humility to make our world a better and brighter place.

Climb higher with the Honors College:

Find out more about the Dean of the Honors College, the academic assistance offered, or other student resources on the Honors College website.