University of Arizona

Located in Tucson, the University of Arizona is a public institution that was founded in 1885. A land-grant institution, Arizona is widely known for its research output and its commitment to solving problems that impact the state and beyond. Of note, the university recognizes that it sits on land of Indigenous Peoples, whom it works to honor and join in sustainable relationships. Notable alumni include Olympic medalist Abdi Abdirahman, former CEO of the Girl Scouts of the USA Anna Maria Chávez, and American businessman Rande Gerber.

Its acceptance rate is 85% and its graduation rate is 63%. Arizona’s tuition rate is $12,716 for in-state students and $36,743 for out-of-state students. Over 36,000 undergraduates and more than 10,000 postgraduates are enrolled. The university offers more than 300 undergraduate majors and over 150 postgraduate programs. It follows a semester-based academic calendar.

Surrounded by mountains and the Saguaro Forest, Arizona’s urban campus expands across 392 acres. Under year-round sunshine, students enjoy numerous outdoor activities as well as state-of-the-art research and learning facilities. Students participate in three levels of intramural sports and over 600 clubs and organizations, including more than 50 fraternities and sororities. The Arizona Wildcats, which compete in the NCAA Division I Pac-12 Conference, draw huge crowds. The signature “ZonaZoo,” the student section at sporting events, is revered as a thrilling and defining experience for most undergraduates.