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At North American University, we’re committed to making higher education accessible and affordable. Introducing the Stallion Free-Tuition* Promise, our innovative initiative designed to fully cover your tuition and mandatory fees each semester (excluding winter & summer) for eligible full-time *maximum Pell Grant undergraduate students.

Unlock your potential with the Stallion Promise and take the next step toward a brighter future without financial barriers. Join a community that believes in your dreams and is ready to invest in your success.

Highlights

Free Tuition for Max. Pell Grant Recipients Attending Full Time

Focus on Education, Not Finances

Potentially Earn Your College Degree Debt Free

Be a Stallion for Life!

NAU Online masters ranking with student in the park

QUALIFICATIONS

NEW STUDENTS

• First-time freshman or transfer student seeking first undergraduate degree
• Submit a valid 2025-2026 FAFSA by the deadline:

Fall 2025 – May 30, 2025
Spring 2026 – November 21, 2025

• Qualify for the maximum Pell Grant*
• Register full-time each semester (excluding winter & summer) for courses within degree program

CURRENT STUDENTS

• Enrolled as a first time undergraduate student
• Submit a valid 2025-2026 FAFSA by the deadline:

Fall 2025 – May 30, 2025
Spring 2026 – November 21, 2025

• Minimum 2.25 CGPA entering the 2025-2026 academic year
• Meet SAP standards (maximum time frame & quantitative)
• Register full-time each semester (excluding winter & summer) for courses within degree program
• Be in good standing with the University (academic, financial, & disciplinary)

RENEWAL CRITERIA

· Maintain minimum 2.25 cumulative GPA
· Earn at least 24 credit hours each academic year
· Meet SAP standards (maximum time frame and quantitative)
· Remain in good standing with the University (academic, financial, & disciplinary)
· Renewable up to 4 years (consecutive), excluding winter & summer
· Submit FAFSA by priority deadline each year & continue to meet Max. Pell Grant eligibility requirements

HOW TO APPLY

[ NEW STUDENTS ]

Submit Application

Submit your application via apply.na.edu or Common App

Receive Acceptance

Upon submission, wait to receive an acceptance letter if eligible

Apply for FAFSA

Visit studentaid.gov to complete the 2025-2026 FAFSA

After completing these steps, wait to receive your
eligibility letter detailing your financial aid status.

FREE TUITION FLYERS

STALLION PROMISE FAQ’S

Eligible students will be notified within 30 days of being admitted to NAU with a valid 2025-2026 FAFSA on file.

If your FAFSA is selected for verification, all required documents must be submitted to the Financial Aid Office by May 30, 2025, to determine eligibility.

The grant will cover the remaining balance of any tuition and mandatory fees not covered by other grants, scholarships, exemptions, benefits, and/or waiver programs received by the student. It does not cover food, housing, books, supplies, or miscellaneous charges including parking fees, installment plan fees, late fines, athletic fees, etc.

Students eligible to receive the maximum Pell Grant will have a student aid index (SAI) between -1500 and 0 after completing the FAFSA. Follow these steps to find your SAI:

  • Log in to StudentAid.gov using your FSA username and password.
  • Select your processed FAFSA submission.
  • Select “View FAFSA Submission Summary.”
  • Select the “Eligibility Overview” tab.

The Stallion Promise is only available for the fall and spring semesters.

Financial aid assistance will be provided if your Pell Grant eligibility changes in upcoming academic years.

Stallion Promise recipients are not eligible to receive a credit balance refund/overpayment due to the grant. However, students may be eligible to receive a credit balance refund if they choose to borrow student loans.

*Direct costs – costs that appear on your account statement and are paid directly to the University (i.e., tuition, fees, food, housing).

The Stallion Free Tuition Promise is one of many financial assistance programs offered at NAU. We encourage students to submit their FAFSA and review NAU Scholarships for additional opportunities.

Eligible students must maintain full-time enrollment in courses that count towards their degree plan to qualify. Courses taken outside of your degree plan must be paid for out of pocket.

Yes, all U.S. resident undergraduates who are currently enrolled and meet the eligibility requirements will qualify starting with the 2025-2026 academic year.

If you withdraw from NAU, you will no longer be guaranteed to continue in the Stallion Free Tuition Promise. However, NAU will offer you the maximum financial aid you are eligible for when you re-enroll or re-apply.

No, but international students may be eligible for other academic scholarships offered by NAU. Visit NAU Scholarships for additional opportunities.

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CONTACT US

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