In addition to an academic advisor, students have access to a variety of resources to stay on track!
Advising Tools
Academic Advisement Report – The Academic Advisement Report (AAR) is a valuable tool for identifying ALL of the required coursework for graduation. Review your AAR regularly to see how your courses fulfill graduation requirements.
JacksPlanner – is designed to help you plan the sequence of your courses. This dynamic tool can help you map out how many units you plan to take each term, understand how courses in a summer term might impact your completion date and more. This tool should be used in partnership with your academic advisor. Learn more about it by watching a tutorial. Discuss your plan when you meet with your academic advisor.
Progression Plans – are static tools that can provide a guide to the courses required for each term. These tools are not meant to replace regular conversations with an academic advisor. Utilize the Academic Advisement Report for a list of degree requirements. Utilize JacksPlanner for a dynamic view of program progression.
Academic Progression Letter Requests – if you are an international student requesting a progression letter for your embassy – please submit your request here.
Transfer Tools – if you are a transfer student, watch this short video on transfer tools to help with your transition to NAU.
Academic Resources
Take advantage of NAU’s resources designed to help students be successful in their studies. The Academic Success Center is here to help you succeed.
The University Writing Commons is designed to help with writing projects – Contact them today!
The University has academic classifications based on grade point average (GPA) to help staff, faculty, and students determine academic progress. Academic Advisors use this standing when helping you make decisions about enrollment and progress towards your degree. Students may be in Good, Caution, Warning, or Pause Standing. For details on each of these terms as well as instructions on returning to NAU through Reinstatement after an Academic Pause review the Academic Standing Policy. You can also view our Frequently Asked Questions about Academic Standing.
GPA calculator – use the GPA calculator to determine what grades you’ll need to meet your GPA goal!
Guide to Student Resources
NAU offers many resources for students, click the link below to find contact information for departments across campus that can help with everything from living on campus to health and wellness.
Graduation
Planning for graduation is a critical step! Be sure to make an appointment with an advisor to discuss your plans. Learn HOW to apply for graduation, details can be found on the Graduation and Commencement site.