The University of Arizona SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
Arizona’s 86% acceptance rate means your strategy should focus on fit, steady grades, and whether a score adds useful evidence. If you submit scores, aim for the middle range or higher, about 1130 to 1340 SAT or 21 to 28 ACT. For cost planning, listed merit awards emphasize GPA and program eligibility, so protect your grades.
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The University of Arizona facts and stats
The University of Arizona enrolls about 45,025 undergraduate students in an urban campus setting. Arizona has an 83% freshman retention rate, above the national average of roughly 70%, and a 68% six-year graduation rate. The student-to-faculty ratio is 20:1.
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How do your scores compare at Arizona?
Key The University of Arizona application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
May 1
Early Action
Not offered
Early Decision
Not offered
Priority Deadline
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Financial Aid Priority
April 1
Test dates
August 22, 2026
Registration deadline: August 7, 2026
September 12, 2026
Registration deadline: August 28, 2026
October 3, 2026
Registration deadline: September 18, 2026
September 19, 2026
Registration deadline: August 14, 2026
October 17, 2026
Registration deadline: September 11, 2026
December 12, 2026
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026
If you choose to submit scores to test-optional Arizona, plan to take your first SAT or ACT by spring of junior year and reserve the summer before senior year and the fall of senior year for retakes that can help with superscoring. Because Arizona’s Regular Decision deadline is May 1, a December retake should still arrive in time.
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What you'll actually pay
At Arizona, in-state tuition is $11,546, while out-of-state tuition is $37,053, in the Big 12 Conference. With an average merit award of $11,450 and 53% of students receiving aid, merit scholarships are worth reviewing. Submit the FAFSA by the April 1 priority deadline.
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Out-of-state tuition at Arizona is $37,053, while in-state tuition is $11,546, with room and board adding about $14,400. About 53% of students receive aid, and the average aid package is $17,516. Merit aid is also meaningful, with an average merit award of $11,450 and Global Wildcat Tuition Awards starting for students with a 3.00+ GPA. Graduates leave with about $25,000 in debt on average.
⬡ LangSmithc8eee35c-f801-4bc2-90ef-7daacae36c38Student life at The University of Arizona
5% of undergrads live on campus
Fraternities and sororities are active on campus. 12% of men join fraternities, and 20% of women join sororities.
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