University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ · Public · Bachelor's degrees · City
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About University of Arizona
The University of Arizona (Arizona, U of A, UArizona, or UA) is a public land-grant research university in Tucson, Arizona, United States. Founded in 1885 by the 13th Arizona Territorial Legislature, it was the first university established in the Arizona Territory. The University of Arizona is one of three universities governed by the Arizona Board of Regents (the University of Arizona, Arizona State University, and Northern Arizona University). As of fall 2025, the university enrolled 54,384 students in 22 separate colleges/schools, including the Eller College of Management, the Wyant College of Optical Sciences, the College of Medicine – Phoenix, the College of Medicine – Tucson, and the James E. Rogers College of Law. The university is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research activity". UA also is a member of the Association of American Universities. The University of Arizona is affiliated with two academic medical centers, Banner – University Medical Center Tucson and Banner – University Medical Center Phoenix. Known as the Arizona Wildcats (often shortened to "Cats"), the UA's intercollegiate athletic teams were members of the Pac-12 Conference of the N
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86%
Acceptance
$16,674
Net price
42,537
Enrollment
68%
Grad rate
Report Card
Academics
Graduation & retention rates
Value
Earnings vs. cost of attendance
Career Outcomes
Graduate earnings after 10 years
Affordability
Average net price after aid
Selectivity
How hard it is to get in
Diversity
Racial & ethnic balance of students
Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).
Admissions
86%
Acceptance rate
1,246
SAT average
25
ACT midpoint
Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.
Cost & Financial Aid
$16,674
Average net price
$13,926
In-state tuition
$42,278
Out-of-state tuition
$16,746
Room & board
$600
Books & supplies
$29,423
Total cost of attendance
26%
Students receiving Pell grants
26%
Students with federal loans
$19,620
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
Popular Majors
After Graduation
$59,979
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$47,665
Median earnings (6 yrs)
68%
Graduation rate
83%
Retention rate
84%
Earn more than a HS grad
$15,271
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
42,537
Total enrollment
17%
Part-time
21
Avg. age at entry
31%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
University of Arizona FAQ
Is University of Arizona a public or private school?
University of Arizona is a public institution located in Tucson, AZ.
What is the acceptance rate at University of Arizona?
University of Arizona has an acceptance rate of 86%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
How much does University of Arizona cost?
The average annual net price at University of Arizona is $16,674 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $13,926 in-state and $42,278 out-of-state.
What is the graduation rate at University of Arizona?
About 68% of students at University of Arizona complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do University of Arizona graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, University of Arizona students earn a median of $59,979 per year.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for University of Arizona?
Admitted students at University of Arizona have an average SAT score of 1,246 and an ACT midpoint of 25. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.
How many students attend University of Arizona?
University of Arizona enrolls about 42,537 students.
Campus
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