Overview
Arizona State University is a comprehensive public research university that measures itself by whom it includes and how they succeed; advances research and discovery of public value; and assumes fundamental responsibility for the economic, social, cultural and overall health of the communities it serves. ASU offers four main campuses in the metro Phoenix area, and a location in downtown Los Angeles.
ASU’s historic campus is home to multidisciplinary exploration and discovery in first-rate research centers, innovative VR learning labs and the university’s Big 12 sports, all in a friendly, energetic atmosphere. Program offerings include business, engineering, liberal arts and sciences, design and arts, sustainability, education, and health care.
Hear what students have to say about Life on the Tempe campus.
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Acceptance Rate:
90%
Average Net Price:
$14,653
Campus Setting:
Major city
Average GPA
3.5
Average ACT Composite
25
Average SAT Composite
1230
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $12,051 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $32,193 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $16,091 |
| Books and Supplies | $1320 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Aid & Grants
0
100
61%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
31%
Average Aid Per Year
$12,381
31%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,829
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$10,429
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
9%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$4040
30%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,829
Average Grant & Scholarship By Family Income
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$376,486,080
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$243,047,701
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
30%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$8,002
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$14,000
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$193
Students receiving federal loans
29%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,192
Average Other Loans Per Year
$24,987
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Major city
68789
Students Applied
84%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
3799
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
No
SAT Subject Tests
Yes
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Regular Decision | May 1 |
Application Fee
$50
Applications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
57%
Submitting ACT
52%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 25
Average SAT Composite: 1230
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
3.5
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By GPA
Students Enrolled By Class Rank
Students Enrolled By Household Income
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
80,065
Total Number of Undergrads
65,492
0
100
51%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
66%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
19:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- ROTC Army
- ROTC Air Force
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
211
Faculty Overview
0
100
79%
Faculty With Terminal Degree US National: 36%
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Major city
US States Represented
54
Countries Represented
126
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
38%
Student Organizations
987
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
0
100
26%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
Yes
0
100
23%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Sun Devils
School Colors
maroon and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Pacific-12 Conference
Total Male Athletes
328
Total Female Athletes
280
Intramural Sports
8
Sports Club
19
Sports Team (Men)
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Football
- Golf
- Ice Hockey
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Wrestling
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Gymnastics
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
- Beach Volleyball
Arizona State University Tempe Campus Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$55,500
Top 5 Cities
Phoenix
Los Angeles
San Francisco
New York
Seattle
Top 5 Employers
Arizona State University
Starbucks
Intel Corporation
Banner Health
Amazon
Top 5 Sectors
Business Development
Education
Operations
Sales
Engineering
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$14,000
Loan Default Rate
7%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$193
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingArizona State was my top choice based on the wide spread of classes offered, the great education, and the world changing young men and woman that have prospered out of ASU. My classes are challenging but with hard work A's are capable. I no longer worry if my classes will teach me random information not needed for my life; for I know that all of my classes I take at ASU will only help prepare me for my future in Education. The professor's are intelligent, willing to help, and very fare.
Joel from Chandler, AZ
I am learning a lot- inside, as well as outside, of the classroom. You will learn something, of course, from any school you go to. ASU has a lot of great teachers and fantastic programs. It is a huge school, so it has a lot to offer. I think it is under appreciated and underrated sometimes, because people see it as a party school. Do people party here? Yes, but they party everywhere. If you are going to school to focus on your education, then ASU has a lot to offer.
Outside of the classroom, you can learn a lot from exploring. At the Tempe campus, you will be surrounded by so much. There is transportation all over, so you can get to multiple places. You can also walk around Mill or just walk around the campus. There is a lot to see. You might even learn something about yourself along the way.
Outside of the classroom, you can learn a lot from exploring. At the Tempe campus, you will be surrounded by so much. There is transportation all over, so you can get to multiple places. You can also walk around Mill or just walk around the campus. There is a lot to see. You might even learn something about yourself along the way.
Megan from Phoenix, AZ
ASU has great programs and professors overall. As long as one attends class everyday, or most days, they will come out of the semester with more knowledge than imagined.
Sam from Tempe, AZ
Arizona State University- Tempe is great for those who want a large university feel, with small classes if you choose. The pricing is good, and they offer lots of scholarships and financial aide, especially for in state. I really like how there are a lot of great resources, like free tutoring, to help students keep up.
Christianna from Tucson, AZ
The ASU Tempe campus is huge, so there is always something to do. The weather is nice compared to other places, except it gets super hot here for a long time in summer. Beautiful campus, good professors if you ask other students before registering for classes, campus safety is ok, cost is good compared to other colleges around.
Anonymous student
There is alot to learn about college life, and ASU gave me the lowdown really fast. textbooks, classes, advisers, professors, football, sororities, as well as studying abroad and already talking about graduate school as a freshman. ASU has helped me prepare for my future in advanced so that I can focus on my studies more and worry less.
Alexandra from Mesa, AZ
I feel I have obtained a good quality of education to this point. I like how ASU has “major maps”, which list the classes one should register for in order to graduate on time. It makes planning and registering for classes very simple. The school is also very computer friendly and the ASU website is very detailed and easy to navigate.
Tiana from Phoenix, AZ
Arizona State is a rigorous state school that can provide many opportunities to those who know where to look. The school is expensive, but provides many unique services to the students. If one is willing to put in the work, ASU is a great place to be.
Joseph from Henderson, NV
Before attending ASU, I attended another state college. At that college, for most of my classes, my teachers were the heads of the departments. But for the other classes, though, it was a joke. At ASU, however, all of my classes have been challenging, well-rounded, and exciting. My teachers have been extremely helpful, which always aides the learning process. ASU also emphasizes global and local awareness in their general studies. This has broadened my horizons and, I think, given me an upper-edge against other colleges whose general studies are more limited.
Rachel from Tempe, AZ
My first semester at ASU has been a blast! I'm a nursing student on the downtown campus in Phoenix. My course load at the college of Nursing & Health Innovation has been quite heavy, however if you stay focused and seek help from professors and tutors there is a high chance you'll succeed.
Jacquelyn from Santa Clara, CA
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