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General Information About University of Arizona As a public research university serving the diverse citizens of Arizona and beyond, the mission of the University of Arizona is to provide a comprehensive, high-quality education that engages our students in discovery through research and broad-based scholarship. We aim to empower our graduates to be leaders in solving complex societal problems. Whether in teaching, research, outreach or student engagement, access and quality are the defining attributes of the University of Arizona’s mission. Bold History that Fuels the Future It was a bold move in 1885 to start a university in the middle of the desert. UA faculty and students have been on the cutting edge ever since. Research That Improves the Human Condition From planetary science to medicine to the arts, UA research is changing the world. Being ranked #16 by the National Science Foundation doesn’t just make us great; it creates great opportunities for students. Our researchers teach. Students work alongside world-class professors to discover new knowledge and launch their own careers. Prestigious Faculty Nobel and Pulitzer Prize winners, members of esteemed national academies and world-renowned experts in dozens of disciplines, our faculty brings international attention to the University, and puts us in the ranks of the top public universities in the nation. Enviable Academics The UA is a diverse and talented community. From astronomy to communication to entrepreneurship, our programs and our people are among the best in the country. We offer a rich and rewarding educational experience to all who choose to focus on excellence. Outreach to the Community and the World As the state’s land grant university, we honor our three-fold commitment to education, research and community service. UA faculty and students share their knowledge, their time and their resources throughout the state and around the world. Economic Impact That Benefits All The UA generates $530 million in research and gives the state an annual $2 billion boost. We partner with industry so that innovative ideas become thriving enterprises.
Institutional statistical data was gathered from the U.S. Department of Education - Institute of Education Sciences, National Center for Education Statistics.Institution Type - 4-year, Public
Special Learning Opportunities - ROTC (Army, Navy, Air Force)
- Teacher certification
- Distance learning opportunities
- Study abroad
- Weekend/evening college
Student Services - Remedial services
- Academic/career counseling service
- Employment services for students
- Placement services for completers
Credit Accepted - Dual credit
- Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation - Not applicable
Federal Aid - Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates offered - Bachelor's degree
- Postbaccalaureate certificate
- Master's degree
- Post-master's certificate
Campus Setting - City: Large
Disability Services Student - 3% or Less
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Admission Total Applicants 24,756 Percent Admitted 78% Men Admitted 76% Women Admitted 80% Full Time Retention Rate 78% -
Submitted ACT & SAT Scores
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25th Percentile Score 75th Percentile Score Critical Reading 480 600 Math 500 620 -
25th Percentile Score 75th Percentile Score Composite 21 26
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Tuition & Fees 09-10 Tuition & Fees $6,855 Room & Board Charge $8,614 Books & Supplies Cost $1,000 Dorm Capacity 5,800 -
Total Financial Aid Amounts Issued Pell Grants $19,447,000 Other Federal Grants $3,332,000 Scholarships & Fellowships $141,366,000 Discount Applied to Tuition/Fee $95,515,000 Average Grant Dollars Issued $2,308,000 Avg. Scholarship and Fellowships $70,683,000 -
Student Demographics Total Enrolled 42,053 Native American 728 Asian 2,211 African American 1,297 Hispanic 6,727 Enrolled FullTime Undergraduates 26,911 Enrolled FullTime Graduates 6,065
