UNCOVER TOMORROW’S SOLUTIONS

From soil science to astronomy, we are designed for discovery.

ACHIEVEMENTSARE AHEAD

Partner with esteemed faculty to meet today’s challenges and uncover tomorrow’s solutions. Surrounded by one of the most ecologically diverse natural labs in the world, you can perform revolutionary research in 30 high-tech labs and institutes and develop an entrepreneurial approach to discovery.

19:1 student-faculty ratio at NAU

TOP 8 most innovative study abroad programsnationwide(2017 Andrew Heiskell Award for Innovation in International Education)

2017 winner of Arizona Forward’s Award of Merit in Innovation

“ The faculty at NAU have given me opportunities to connect my learning in diverse ways. Here, I’ve gained a worldview and respect for other people’s perspectives, and I’m prepared to start a career anywhere.“– Peter Herron, Hooper Undergraduate Research Award recipient, Microbiology

DESIGN THE FUTURE • Conduct research in our Centennial Forest, encompassing some 50,000

acres of ponderosa pine and grasslands.

• Explore the Grand Canyon and learn about Earth’s formation in one of the world’s most spectacular outdoor laboratories.

• Research the environmental impacts on climate variability and biological conservation in the high deserts and forested landscapes and diverse terrain of the Colorado Plateau.

• Study stars and planets in the world’s first International Dark Sky City through the Discovery Channel Telescope, Lowell Observatory’s telescopes, and the Lutz Telescope.

Work alongside faculty mentorsConduct experimental research, present at national conferences, and publish scientific papers alongside professors who are active scholars and researchers.

• Study the stars and track asteroids with David Trilling, professor of astronomy.

• Uncover methods to control the destructive bark beetle with professor of forest entomology Rich Hofstetter.

• Explore the link between uranium mining and skin cancer with biochemistry professor Diane Stearns or Jani Ingram, professor of analytical and environmental chemistry.

• Study the history and nature of climate change in the Four Corners region with assistant professor of climate science Nick McKay.

• Follow the trail of ancient infectious diseases with world-renowned Regents’ Professor in biology, Paul Keim.

Start your journey Honoring an entrepreneurial, interdisciplinary approach to education, our internationally recognized degree programs emphasize research and innovation in mathematics, science, and technology. See back panel for a full list of degree offerings.

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DEFINE YOUR NAU EXPERIENCELive and learn togetherAs a freshman living in a Residential College, you’ll make valuable connections and friendships with students who share similar majors or career interests. You’ll also have access to programs, events, amenities, and academic support tailored to your major.

• Engage with others in a community close to classes, dining, and campus resources.• Connect with faculty and residential staff focused on your transition and on helping you build a strong foundation for success.• Enjoy in-hall study groups and access to 24/7 computer labs and study areas.

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SAVE WITH NAU

OUR PLEDGE : fixed tuitionWith NAU’s Pledge, you’ll pay the same fixed tuition rate for up to four years—no increases, guaranteed.

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WUE : Western Undergraduate ExchangeUnder WUE, students from 14 qualifying states, Guam, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands pay NAU’s discounted tuition rate, nearly 40 percent less than our out-of-state tuition.

Every major within the College of the Environment, Forestry, and Natural Sciences qualifies for the WUE tuition rate.

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The College of the Environment, Forestry,

and Natural Sciences awards approximately

125scholarships annually.

Elevate your education with HonorsThe Honors College is a rewarding and enriching academic path emphasizing small, interactive classes where students gain critical-thinking skills prized by employers and graduate schools.

Honors courses fulfill general education and/or major requirements, and class topics range from analyzing popular media to investigating bioterrorism. Privileges include personalized Honors advising and exclusive scholarships.

Opened in fall 2018, our 200,000-square-foot Honors Residential College sits in the heart of campus and features state-of-the-art classrooms, a writing center, a student support center, and a fitness center.

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17 average Honors class size 400+ student clubs

and organizations ... and growing!

Get involvedChoose from more than 400 student clubs and organizations, including sport clubs, intramurals, and sororities and fraternities. You can also participate in leadership, academic, and service organizations related to majors in the College of the Environment, Forestry, and Natural Sciences, including Forestry Club and Geology Club.

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CREATE YOUR CAREER BLUEPRINT Plan a future in technology, biotechnology, or medical research. As an undergraduate, you can conduct research in forest restoration, and pathogens and genomes. You can also work as an intern and prepare for an advanced degree in medicine, physics, astronomy, or environmental science.

Nearly

3,000 NAU students participate in research and internships every year.

GO GLOBALNAU’s Global Science and Engineering Program provides cross-cultural professional experience, training for fluency in a foreign language, and a solid STEM education. You’ll graduate with two bachelor’s degrees—one in science or engineering and one in a foreign language—and the skills to fill key roles in international organizations.nau.edu/igp

ACCELERATE YOUR EDUCATIONA graduate degree or certificate from NAU’s College of the Environment, Forestry, and Natural Sciences will help you fast-track your career as a forester, geologist, biologist, climate scientist, and more.

• High-achieving students can work simultaneously on select master’s and bachelor’s degrees and graduate with both in as few as five years.

nau.edu/accelerated• You can also advance your education through our 19 outstanding graduate

degree and certificate programs in subjects including biology, chemistry, climate science and solutions, environmental sciences and policy, forestry, geology, and more. In partnership with the College of Education, we also offer math and science education degrees for prospective teachers.

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• For students with non-business undergraduate degrees, The W. A. Franke College of Business offers a 12-month, fully accredited Master of Business Administration program and a Business Foundations Certificate.

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The School of Forestry is ranked among the

TOP 10forestry programs in the nation in an index measuring faculty scholarly output.

College of the Environment, Forestry, and Natural Sciences majors Choose the degree that suits you:

• Astronomy• Biology• Biomedical Science• Chemistry• Environmental and

Sustainability Studies• Environmental

Sciences• Exercise Science• Forestry

• Geology• Mathematics• Microbiology• Physics• Physics and Astronomy• Secondary Education:

Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, General Science, Mathematics, Physics

Want to teach in your field?

NAU’s Professional Education Programs consist of 41 undergraduate and graduate programs across four colleges. These programs prepare you for a career in secondary education. nau.edu/pep

Visit usThe best way to see if NAU is right for you is to visit our beautiful campus: nau.edu/visitIf you can’t make it here in person, our virtual tour is the next best thing: nau.edu/virtualtour

Tel 888-628-2968 | admissions@nau.edu

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