Race & Ethnicity
Northern Arizona University has a diverse student body with 43% students of color and 1% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Northern Arizona University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Northern Arizona University has a gender distribution of 63% female students and 37% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
30% of total enrollment
51% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Northern Arizona University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 68% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 12% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
68%
Traditional Age (18-21)
12%
Non-Traditional (25+)
19%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Northern Arizona University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 1% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 81% in-state residents, 18% out-of-state students, and 1% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
81% of student body
18% of student body
1% of student body
States Represented
47 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
43%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
63%
Female Students
Global Reach
1%
International
Age Diversity
12%
Non-Traditional Age