About Arizona State University-Tempe

Founded in 1885, Arizona State University-Tempe. is a Public college. Located in Arizona, which is a city setting in Arizona, the campus itself is Urban. The campus is home to 42,477 full time undergraduate students, and 9,392 full time graduate students.

The Arizona State University-Tempe Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 23:1. There are 1941 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Arizona State University-Tempe include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate82%
Application Deadline
Application Fee50
SAT Range1020-1280
ACT Range22-28

Admissions at ASU are considered Less Selective, with ,380% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 33 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

84% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 58% were in the top quarter, and 28% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Arizona State University-Tempe.

Arizona State University-Tempe REVIEWS

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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    648 Students rated on-campus housing 3.6 stars. 17 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    503 Students rated off-campus housing 3.7 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    751 Students rated campus food 3.6 stars. 22 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    774 Students rated campus facilities 4.1 stars. 40 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    780 Students rated class size 3.7 stars. 26 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    774 Students rated school activities 4.2 stars. 49 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    774 Students rated local services 4.3 stars. 51 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    779 Students rated academics 3.9 stars. 39 % gave the school a 5.0.

What's your overall opinion of Arizona State University-Tempe?

438 Students rated Arizona State University-Tempe

Natalie - 12/15/2023

ASU is a great school that has professors who care and are here to help you succeed. There is a lot of valuable class room discussion and a wide variety of ways to learn. The campus culture is diverse, both demographically and intellectually, and you can always meet someone new.

Mya - 12/10/2023

I love Arizona State University. For starters, I have found so many wonderful people there. Everyone is generally very nice around campus. Not only are the people nice, but the facilities are also very nice. There are lots of spaces for students to practice their individual hobbies and work on their studies. I highly recommend this school to anyone who enjoys a large campus with a big quantity of students.

Marcus - 11/30/2023

Ive been able to grow and develop here. Finding my support in and out of the classroom. And its ASU everyday is fun. My freshman year is where I met a lot of the people I know today. Weekend fun, night time adventures, just feeling safe and at home. Especially when you move a couple states away or across tye world. There is always a community of people who you’ll find treats you like family.

Kody - 08/23/2023

I really enjoyed visiting the campus and meeting the students and staff. The campus was bigger and also smaller in other ways, than I had expected. I was also pleasantly surprised to see all the clubs outside on the weekends getting together and having a good time, wow I never knew they had so many clubs. The whole experience excited me about the possibilities that exist at ASU.

Arizona State University-Tempe FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Arizona State University-Tempe?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Arizona State University-Tempe is 82%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    I would tell myself not to go for off-campus housing since it drained my scholarship funds. I think on-campus housing would have given me a richer college experience.

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  3. Describe the students at your school.

    Up until now, ARizona State University was an uncapped university. However this year with it's financial unstability it has capped enrollment for freshmen. My advice for those pending their application status, or even applying next year would to be work hard and do the best you can. Arizona State is a really good school and it prides itself with its academic accomplishments from its students. There is a wide range of majors and degrees that it fits any person entering. Pick the degree or major that fits you and do your best to achieve your goals.

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  4. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    I think the worst thing about our school is that all kinds of people who are not attending the university are always on campus. Also our campus is extremely large, the combination of these two things make me feel unsafe at night since some attacks have occurred within the past two years I have attended there. I wish there was some way they could make it safer at night.

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  5. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    The fact to go to medical school you dont need to have a science degree, but any degree you choose as long as you take the required classes for medical school.

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  6. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    There is so much to do at ASU. There are clubs for just about everything and there is always something going on. You will never be bored here.

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  7. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    Arizona State is a open-minded, diverse, welcoming place to be that plays hard and works harder, and I would reccomend anyone to go there.

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  8. What's unique about your campus?

    The best thing would be the abundant amount of oppurtunities available to all students. Whether it be tutoring, interaction between professors and students, networking, physical activites, or making friends, there is a whole lot going on.

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  9. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    Getting on a varsity sports team.

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  10. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    One who prefers a small intimate college setting.

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  11. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    Unfortunately, Arizona State is best known for partying. However, that is slowly but surely changing. Under President Michael Crow the university has become a hub for research and exploded in size. The idea of a New American University, one where all who have the ability are welcome, is becoming the new hallmark of ASU.

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  12. What kind of person should attend this school?

    The kind of person that sould attend this school is someone who can handle crowds. There is a high number of students that attend the school, and if you want to meet with techers, advisers, staff, etc. it should be done through appointment. The good thing is that there is always something to do. People who are into their social lives should definately come here because of the hundreds of clubs available, greek life, and other extra- curricular activites. The education opportunities are endless. With four main campuses , ASU can accept students from all over the valley and country.

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  13. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    I brag about how amazing the business program is and how much I love it.

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  14. What is your overall opinion of this school?

    I love it ! It is very resourceful and helpful!

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  15. What are the academics like at your school?

    The academics at my school range among different undergraduate and graduate programs, but my career in general, Kinesiology is an amazing program with resources and internships that allows us to grow.

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  16. What are the most popular student activities/groups?

    The most popular groups are fraternities ans sororities because they do a handful of advertising. However, a tradition is the undie run that is taken place at the end of the year where students donate their outfit to charity strip off and run in their undies on the last day of school! Also, students are very engaged in sports and the most popular one is Football in our batlle against our territorial rival, University of Arizona. In their free time students also hike the A mountain which is 2 blocks from the ASU Tempe campus.

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  17. What is the stereotype of students at your school? Is this stereotype accurate?

    Since I will be transferring there, I am currently unaware of any stereotypes there.

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  18. What is the stereotype of students at your school?

    That its a party school, nobody does school work, and that everyone gets in (which they do)

    Read all  47 answers
  19. Is the stereotype of students at your school accurate?

    While ASU does have it's share of partying, there is a lot of serious students here. Most of the classes aren't easy and most drop out of ASU their freshman year because they think that they don't have to study.

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  20. Why did you decide to go to this school?

    I decided to go to ASU because it offered me a great scholarship, is located in a very warm climate which is very important to me, and it also has a great business program, which I am majoring in.

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  21. Describe the dorms.

    I live in Hassayampa Academic Village. This dorm hosts a lot of students on the Tempe Campus. I was extremely impressed with the dorms when I first saw them. I can control my air conditioning,I can loft my bed allowing a lot of space andI also have a bathroom connecting me to my suite mates. All the bathrooms/sink area in the room are painted and it made the entry way seem more like home.

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Student Body

Students

43%

female

57%

male

42,477

Total Undergrad Enrollment

9,392

Total Grad Students

32%

Out-Of-State

59%

In-State

9%

International

Organizations

852

Student Organizations

31

Fraternities

23

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

16%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
1%
% Asian/Pacific Islander
7%
% Black or African-American
4%
% Hispanic/Latino
20%
% White or Caucasian
51%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

94% of students attending Arizona State University-Tempe receive some sort of financial aid. 26% were awarded federal grants. While 39% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$26,470

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,103

Books and Supplies

$11,386

Room and Board

38,959

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$6,598
$30 - $48K
$8,302
$48 - $75K
$14,194
$75 - $110K
$15,564
$110K & UP
$17,592

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