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How to Get Into University of Arizona

Tucson, AZ · Public · 2025-2026 cycle · Verified data

University of Arizona Admissions Statistics

86%
Acceptance Rate
580-700
SAT Reading (mid 50%)
570-720
SAT Math (mid 50%)
21-29
ACT (mid 50%)
42,537
Undergrads
68%
Graduation Rate

How to Actually Get Into University of Arizona

The bar here is clear

University of Arizona admits most qualified applicants. Clear the academic bar (the ranges below) and your odds are strong. The real questions become fit, cost, and whether it earns its slot on your list, not whether you can get in.

Position your scores against the real bands

The middle 50% of enrolled students sits around 1150-1420 combined SAT or 21-29 ACT. Above the 75th percentile, scores work for you and this can behave like a target. Below the 25th percentile, the rest of your application has to carry the file, treat it as a reach. Test policy here is "Required for some programs", check the fine print for your specific program.

Use the Early Action round deliberately

University of Arizona offers Early Action: non-binding and worth taking if your application is ready, an earlier answer helps you calibrate the rest of your list, and EA carries no downside beyond the earlier deadline.

The bigger picture: no single school decides your outcome, the shape of your whole list does. Read how top counselors build a college list before you finalize where University of Arizona fits.

University of Arizona Application Deadlines (2025-2026)

Round Deadline
Early Action (EA) November 1, 2025
Regular Decision (RD) May 1, 2026

Deadlines verified from official sources for the 2025-2026 cycle. Rounds change year to year, always confirm on the school's site before submitting.

Application Requirements & Costs

Application platform Common App
Application fee $80
Test scores Required for some programs
Writing supplement Required
Counselor recommendation Not required

University of Arizona Cost & Financial Aid

Total cost of attendance (sticker, per year) $29,423
Tuition & fees (in-state / out-of-state) $13,926 / $42,278
Room & board (on campus) $16,746
Average net price (aid-receiving families) $16,674

What You'd Actually Pay, by Family Income

Average net price per year (after grants and scholarships) for aid-receiving families, from federal College Scorecard data:

Family income Average net price / year
$0-30k $13,353
$30-48k $14,984
$48-75k $16,051
$75-110k $19,777
$110k+ $22,307
26%
Students receiving Pell Grants
26%
Students taking federal loans
83%
Freshman retention rate
20:1
Student-faculty ratio

These are averages, not your number. Get your family's actual price in about 10 minutes:

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