North American University (NAU) is a private nonprofit institution founded in 2007 as Texas Gulf Institute and renamed in 2013, located in Stafford, Texas, a suburb of Houston. With approximately 983 students across undergraduate and graduate programs, NAU is a small but growing institution offering bachelor's and master's degrees in business administration, computer science, criminal justice, and education. The university has developed a notably strong track record for placement outcomes, particularly in computer science, with 100% of MS in Computer Science graduates placed in their field. NAU's student body is remarkably diverse, with approximately 44% of undergraduate students coming from outside the United States — 268 international students from 54 countries — making it one of the most internationally diverse small universities in Texas. The campus features modern facilities in the Houston suburb of Stafford and offers merit scholarships of up to $22,000 per year to attract high-achieving international students. NAU provides on-campus employment opportunities for students, reflecting its commitment to practical work experience alongside academic training. The university's affordable tuition structure and strong job placement outcomes, combined with its proximity to Houston's robust technology and energy sector economy, position NAU as a distinctive option for students seeking a personalized education in a highly international environment. The university is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) and continues to expand its program offerings.
Visa, OPT, H-1B alumni outcomes, and acceptance rates by country — sourced from FOIA, USCIS H-1B Hub, and DHS SEVIS.
The deep admissions playbook beyond the headline acceptance rate — round-by-round breakdowns, nationality data, requirements, and contact paths.
Domestic
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/yr
Out-of-State / Intl
$15436
/yr
Beyond the sticker price — every named scholarship, the financial aid policy, need-aware notes, and a personalized net-cost estimate.
How life on campus actually feels — clubs, sports, traditions, housing realities, and how the school integrates with its city.
Where alumni go after graduation — top industries, grad-school continuation, and the qualitative outcomes story.
Sticker price (annual, out-of-state): $15,436
Net-cost estimate is US-resident-only — international applicants are typically excluded from need-based aid at most schools and should treat the sticker price as the planning baseline.
