Quick Answer. Bacteria obtain energy by either ingesting other organisms and organic compounds or by producing their own food. The bacteria that produce their own food are called autotrophs. Bacteria that must consume other organic molecules for energy are called heterotrophs. There are two general types of heterotrophs.
Pell Grants and other Grant Aid. 66% of Northern Arizona University students received grant aid in 2013/2014. The average total aid amount was $8,179. 37 percent of students received aid in the form of Pell Grants from the U.S. Federal Government. The average Pell Grant awarded for 2013/2014 was $4,208. To apply for a Pell Grant to attend Northern Arizona University, the first step is to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Upon meeting bachelor of science degree graduation requirements, those students who have exhibited academic excellence will be awarded the designations to indicate that they have graduated with honors. To be eligible for these honors, a student must have a cumulative grade point average on credits earned at NAU according to the following schedule: 1  Cum Laude - An average of 3.5 to 3.69. 2  Magna Cum Laude - An average of 3.7 to 3.89. 3  Summa Cum Laude - An average of 3.9 or higher.