University of Arizona
Public university · Tucson, AZ · 42,537 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
86%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1150–1420
ACT (middle 50%)
21–29
Average net price
$17,125
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$31,018
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
71%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into University of Arizona?
University of Arizona accepts about 86 of every 100 applicants (86%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1150 and 1420 on the SAT. A score at or above 1420 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1150, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 21–29.
The latest federal data says University of Arizona is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on University of Arizona's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does University of Arizona cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $31,018 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $17,125 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $13,906 for AZ residents and $43,068 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$13,906
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$43,068
- Room & board$17,300
- Total cost of attendance$31,018
- Average net price after grants$17,125
Popular majors
Business, Biology, Health Professions & Nursing, Psychology, Engineering.
University of Arizona FAQ
- What is University of Arizona's acceptance rate?
- 86% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for University of Arizona?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1150–1420. Aim for 1420 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for University of Arizona?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 21–29.
- Is University of Arizona test-optional?
- The latest federal data says University of Arizona is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on University of Arizona's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does University of Arizona cost?
- About $31,018 a year before aid; $17,125 on average after grants.
- What is University of Arizona's FAFSA school code?
- 001083. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so University of Arizona receives your information.
- What is University of Arizona's graduation rate?
- 71% of students finish within six years.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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