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Northern Arizona University
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Annual Tuition
$12,652
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
91.0%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
58.0%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$54,384
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Northern Arizona University is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Flagstaff, AZ. With a competitive tuition profile of $12,652, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 58.0% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$50,608
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
2.1 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$24,384
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$193,232
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$437,072
Long-term projected return on your education investment
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Northern Arizona University is $19,000.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
88
Burglary
28
Theft
25
Assault
8
Robbery
5
Rape
21
Arson
1
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$12,652
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
72.6%
Success
58.0%
In-State Cost
$12,652
Age 25+ Students
12.7%
Carnegie Class
R2: Doctoral — High Research
Working at 6yr
8,476 students
Security Benchmark
Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)
Violent Offenses
PER 100KProperty Crimes
PER 100KStats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.
Living In Flagstaff
Off-Campus Market Estimator
Studio
$1,448
Monthly Average
1 Bedroom
$1,537
Monthly Average
2 Bedrooms
$1,863
Monthly Average
3 Bedrooms
$
Monthly Average
Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Flagstaff metropolitan area.