Is Northern Arizona University worth it?
Northern Arizona University is a public, four-year institution in Flagstaff, Arizona (small city). It awarded 8,003 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in information technology, psychology and registered nursing.
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Federal context for Northern Arizona University
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Median earnings 1 year after
$45,100
Median earnings 4 years after
$60,629
Median earnings 10 years after
$54,384
Average net price
$14,158
Completion rate
61%
Completions (2024)
8,003
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
22,903
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $76,782 | $84,996 | 806 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Bachelor's | $43,752 | $56,433 | 552 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Bachelor's | $45,032 | $50,738 | 455 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $34,940 | $55,446 | 419 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $47,884 | $66,376 | 378 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision | Master's | $59,826 | $67,995 | 368 |
| Criminology | Bachelor's | $37,214 | $56,676 | 309 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $33,844 | $50,448 | 296 |
| Public Health | Bachelor's | $41,561 | $61,757 | 289 |
| Hospitality Administration/Management | Bachelor's | $37,402 | $58,857 | 234 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions | Doctoral | $76,945 | $82,299 | 213 |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication | Bachelor's | $36,920 | $55,863 | 187 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | Bachelor's | $53,962 | $77,855 | 180 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | Bachelor's | $46,579 | $53,246 | 168 |
| Marketing | Bachelor's | $43,692 | $69,834 | 154 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Information Technology | Master's | 528 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 452 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 402 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | Bachelor's | 344 |
| Computer Science | Master's | 259 |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | Bachelor's | 241 |
| Biomedical Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 224 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 223 |
| Criminology | Bachelor's | 176 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 155 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Services | 30% | 24,621 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 19% | 15,269 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 7% | 6,094 |
| Public Administration | 7% | 5,568 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 7% | 5,508 |
| Retail Trade | 6% | 4,698 |
| Finance and Insurance | 5% | 3,753 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 5% | 3,740 |
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Sources: federal figures for Northern Arizona University. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Arizona. Counts under 10 are not published.
Updated September 18, 2026 · Methodology · Report a problem with this page