NAU's Response to COVID-19
The safety of our NAU family is our highest priority. We understand how concerning the coronavirus outbreak is, but we want to assure you that as a 100% online university with over 20 years of online experience, NAU is well-positioned to provide uninterrupted education for our students.
NAU remains open and fully available to serve students
- NAU operates in a fully online environment. Approximately 95% of our staff and faculty work remotely. As a result, we are well-positioned to avoid any disruption to student support, course scheduling, or ongoing University operations.
- NAU also has over 300 online faculty members ready to teach you! Our experienced faculty population gives us an incredible amount of flexibility to ensure classes continue as scheduled.
While the coronavirus continues to present challenges for students and universities everywhere, we believe that NAU is well-positioned with our online program offerings and remote staff to keep your education on track. The NAU team is proud to support you in your educational journey and we are here should you have any questions.
National American University CARES Act Student Emergency Financial Aid Grant Report
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act provides funds to National American University for emergency financial aid grants to students for cost of attendance expenses related to the disruption of campus operations due to coronavirus (such as food, housing, course materials, technology, health care and child care).
National American University was allocated $1,453,446.00 under the CARES Act. On April 28, 2020, National American University signed and returned to the Department of Education the Certification and Agreement for Higher Education Emergency Relief Funding and intends to use no less than 50 percent of the funds received under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act to provide Emergency Financial Aid Grants to students.
National American University was allocated $726,723.00 for emergency financial aid for eligible post-secondary students. The grants are intended to help students cover costs they have experienced as a result of the changes due to the pandemic. This funding will be allocated to eligible students through the review process outlined below.
An additional allocation of $726,723.00 is available to National American University to help address the significant financial costs as a result of the COVID-19 emergency.
Student Emergency Financial Aid Grants
It is estimated that 1885 students were enrolled in post-secondary education with National American University on March 13, 2020. Of these students, 54 students were identified as potentially eligible students. 45 students completed a FAFSA and demonstrated Title IV eligibility under Section 484 of the Higher Education Act of 1965.
Any student who met the requirements of Section 484 of the Higher Education Act received an email application to request assistance through the Student Emergency Financial Aid Grant ( CARES ACT Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds Student Application.docx ). National American University awarded each eligible applicant student $6195.00.
Total amount of CARES Emergency Financial Aid Grants disbursed as of June 19, 2020:
| $6195.00 | 34 students | $210,630. |
The funds were disbursed by electronic funds through Bank Mobile or by check if requested. Each student was notified of the award, pending disbursement and information on the funds (Congratulations CARES.docx).
August 3,2020 No additional disbursements or updates to the CARES Act Funding
October 1, 2020 No additional disbursements or updates to the CARES Act Funding through the quarter ending September 30, 2020
January 7, 2021 No additional disbursements or updates to the CARES Act Funding through the quarter ending December 31, 2020
April 8, 2021 Additional funds were awarded to the CARES Act Funding through the quarter ending 3-31-2021
A similar process was followed in awarding the grant funds based on the revised guidelines published January 14, 2021 allowing online students to be considered eligible for the CARES Act Funding. 576 students were enrolled on 1-14-2021, completed the 2021FAFSA and demonstrated Title IV eligibility under Section 484 of the Higher Education Act of 1965. Each of the 576 student was Pell grant eligible and had an EFC less than 5400.
Any student who met the requirements of Section 484 of the Higher Education Act received an email application to request assistance through the Student Emergency Financial Aid Grant ( CARES ACT Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds Student Application.docx ). National American University awarded each eligible applicant student (301) between $1500 and $2500 based on ECF.
Total amount of CARES Emergency Financial Aid Grants disbursed as of 3-31-21:
| $6195.00
$1500-2500 $1500-2500 |
34 students
235 students 66 students |
$210,630. Disbursed 6-30-20
$516,093. Disbursed 3-31-21 $158,407. Disbursed 3-31-21 |
The funds were disbursed by electronic funds through Bank Mobile or by check if requested. Each student was notified of the award, pending disbursement and information on the funds.
June 9, 2021 NAU was granted HEERF II funding of $390,269 in February of 2021 plus HEERF III funding of $207,146 in June of 2021, all to be awarded in student grants. No additional disbursements to students of the CARES Act or CRRSAA Funding (HEERF I, II, III) were made during the quarter ending June 30, 2021.
August 20, 2021, NAU awarded additional student grant funds following the general processes outlined previously. Students who were enrolled on March 13, 2020 who had not previously received CARES Emergency Financial Aid Grants through NAU who established need through the FAFSA with an EFC of 0 or who submitted other information establishing need, received an email application to request assistance through the Student Emergency Financial Aid Grant (see above). National American University awarded each eligible applicant student (320) between $500 and $2000 based on established need and level of education.
$500 18 9,000
$1000 72 72,000
$2000 230 460,000
The funds were disbursed by electronic funds through Bank Mobile or by check if requested between August 27-31, 2021. Each student was notified of the award, pending disbursement and information on the funds.
November 8, 2021, NAU awarded the final group of HEERF student grant funds following the general processes outlined previously. Students who were enrolled on March 13, 2020 or after who had not previously received CARES Emergency Financial Aid Grants through NAU who established need through the FAFSA with an EFC of 0 received an email application to request assistance through the Student Emergency Financial Aid Grant (see above). National American University awarded each eligible applicant student (148) between $875.50 and $1725 based on established need and level of education.
$875.50 27 23,638.50
$1725.00 121 208,728.23
The funds were disbursed by electronic funds through Bank Mobile or by check if requested between November 16 and December 8, 2021. Each student was notified of the award, pending disbursement and information on the funds.
Quarterly Reports
- Quarterly Institutional Report (quarter ending September 30)
- Quarterly Institutional Report (quarter ending December 31)
- Quarterly Institutional Report (quarter ending March 31)
- Quarterly Institutional Report (quarter ending March 31 – revised)
- Quarterly Institutional Report (quarter ending June 30)
- Quarterly Institutional Report (Quarter ending September 30)
- Quarterly Institutional Report (Quarter ending December 31)
- December 31, 2021 is the Final report
Updates for NAU Students
3.22.20 – Important security update from NAU IT
With the current situation concerning COVID-19, there has been an increase in phishing and malware attacks.
Legitimate updates from NAU will NEVER ask you to click to follow, log in, open an attachment, or provide personal information in order to see the update. As always, if you are suspicious, please contact NAU IT Support before clicking a link, opening an attachment or even responding to the email.
If you have additional technology-related questions, please reach out to our Helpdesk by going here.
5.19.20 – NAU Congratulates the Class of 2020!
Links to Coronavirus Resources
For the latest coronavirus information and resources visit the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Center for Disease Control (CDC)
4.1.20 – Federal social distancing guidelines are extended through the end of April
4.2.20 – Studying with Kids at Home
4.6.20 – Stay Safe Online – Protect your Zoom Meetings from Hackers
4.17.20 –Coronavirus and Career Opportunities in Healthcare
4.22.20 –4 Ways to Further Your Education During Social Distancing
