University of Arizona
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$10,990
Avg in-state tuition
$33,273
Avg out-of-state tuition
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About University of Arizona
Located in Tucson, Arizona, the University of Arizona is a public university with an annual enrollment of more than 44,000 students. The Hispanic-serving institution accepts 85% of applicants and graduates 65% of its students. The school offers more than 300 undergraduate majors and over 250 graduate programs. UArizona is home to more than 100 research centers and institutes for aspiring researchers. The school also hosts hundreds of student clubs for learners looking for extracurricular involvement.
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Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate Insight
This school has a high acceptance rate.
This school accepts students at a higher rate than other schools. High acceptance schools welcome 51-100% of all applicants.
This school has a high acceptance rate.
This school accepts students at a higher rate than other schools. High acceptance schools welcome 51-100% of all applicants.
85% of students were accepted during the 2020-2021 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.
Retention Rate Insight
85% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2019 and returned in Fall 2020.
Graduation Rate Insight
65% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2014. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scores Considered (not required)
High school transcript Required
High school rank Considered (not required)
Letter of recommendation Considered (not required)
High school GPA Required
Open admission No
Completion of college prep program Recommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL) Considered (not required)
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollment Yes
Credit for qualified life experience* Yes
Advance placement (AP) credits Yes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile 21-29
SAT 25th-75th Percentile 1090-1350
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
This school has a student body of more than 15,000 students.
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Students enrolled
56%
Online student enrollment
15:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
48%
Hispanic
26%
Non-U.S. Citizen
7%
Asian
6%
Two or more races
5%
Unknown
4%
Black
4%
American Indian/Alaska Native
1%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Female student population
55%
Socio-economic diversity
24% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
86
Total Online Enrollment
25,329
Percent of Programs Online
81% On-campus
19% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates 24% online
Associate Not offered
Bachelor's 18% online
Graduate Certificate 30% online
Master's 22% online
Doctorate 3% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $10,990 | $33,273 |
| Graduate | $11,938 | $32,065 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2020–2021 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $800 |
| On-campus room and board | $13,350 |
| On-campus other expenses | $3,550 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $10,800 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $5,550 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $3,550 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $28,690 | $50,973 |
| Off-campus without family | $28,140 | $50,423 |
| Off-campus with family | $15,340 | $37,623 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
24%
State Grant Aid
3%
Institution Grant Aid
89%
Pell Grant
24%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$20k
Average student debt after graduation
$42k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2020-2021]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.
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