Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
85.66%
SAT Average
1,261
ACT Range
21-30
University of Arizona Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 85.66%. This means approximately 857 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 40,769 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
85.66%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $13,626 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $41,095 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $28,543 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $15,960 | State avg: $19,498. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 26.24% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 26.95% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does University of Arizona Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$41,095
Room and board
$14,400
Books and supplies
$800
Other expenses
$4,300
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$28,543
Average net price
$15,960
Average aid coverage
44%
$12,583 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at University of Arizona pays approximately $15,960 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Arizona average of $19,498 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is University of Arizona?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Arizona and national averages.
University of Arizona net price
$15,960
Arizona average
$19,498
National average
$17,506
University of Arizona Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $41,095 and average net price at $15,960. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$41,095
Current net price
$15,960
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
65.89%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$59,979
Undergraduates
40,769
10-Year Median Earnings - University of Arizona vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
University of Arizona graduates earn about 1.4x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends University of Arizona?
Undergraduates
40,769
Completion rate
65.89%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
26.24%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
26.95%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 26.24% of University of Arizona students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 26.95% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at University of Arizona
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use University of Arizona's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
University of Arizona lists Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Campus and Location
University of Arizona is listed at 1401 E University Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85721-0066. Accreditor: Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare University of Arizona with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Arizona | 85.66% | $41,095 | $15,960 | $59,979 |
| Chamberlain University-Arizona | 87.50% | $20,462 | $37,002 | $92,405 |
| Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott | 75.19% | $42,204 | $39,983 | $84,131 |
| Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science - Arizona | Not available | $3,257 | Not available | $79,652 |
| Alliant International University - Phoenix | Not available | $13,918 | Not available | $66,666 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of Arizona's acceptance rate?
University of Arizona's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 85.66%.
How much is University of Arizona tuition?
University of Arizona's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $41,095.
What is University of Arizona's average net price?
University of Arizona's average net price in the local dataset is $15,960.
What is University of Arizona's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $59,979 for University of Arizona.
Is University of Arizona accredited?
University of Arizona's accreditor in the local dataset is Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission.
How many students attend University of Arizona?
The local dataset lists 40,769 undergraduate students at University of Arizona.
What percentage of University of Arizona students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for University of Arizona in the local dataset is 26.24%.
What is the federal loan rate at University of Arizona?
The federal loan rate for University of Arizona in the local dataset is 26.95%.
Where should I verify University of Arizona data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with University of Arizona or the latest official federal education data.