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Arizona College of Nursing-Tempe

Tempe, Arizona 85282-1840

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Known for health sciences — close-knit campus

Arizona College of Nursing-Tempe is a private urban institution in Tempe, Arizona. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.

A small campus of 1.2K undergraduates with a 20:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

9% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $34,657 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $31,502.

Established
1885
Motto
On seal: Ditat Deus
Mascot
Sparky the Sun Devil
Type
Public research university
Conference
Big 12 Conference
Division
Division I

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100%Acceptance
SAT Avg
1,246Students
20:1Student:Faculty
9%Grad Rate
$34,657Earnings 10yr
$31,502Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Arizona College of Nursing-Tempe Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate100.0%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

100.0%

Trend

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$24,853
Total Cost of Attendance$35,067
Average Net Price$31,502
Median Debt at Graduation$9,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$101

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$26,114
$30–48K$30,832
$48–75K$35,067
$75–110K$34,344
$110K+$35,067

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

33.7%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$9,500

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

8

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

2

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

2

Drug Arrests

2

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (7)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

76%

Negative
  • 76% first-year retention rate
  • Active student organizations
  • Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
1,246
Gender Split
87% / 13%
Women / Men
First Generation
54%
Pell Grant Recipients
47%

Race & Ethnicity

White 40%
Black 10%
Hispanic 25%
Asian 4%
Two+ 13%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate9.1%
Freshman Retention76.5%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$32,840
10 Years$34,657

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#117
2
vs 2024
Forbes
#111
2
vs 2024
Wall Street Journal
#5
1
vs 2024
Washington Monthly
#32
1
vs 2024

More About This School

Varsity Sports — used to

GolfSwimmingBasketball coachFootball coachGymnasticsIndoor trackOutdoor track

History & Fun Facts

  • 1885–1929 Old Main on the Arizona Territorial Normal School (future Arizona State University) campus, c.
  • Classes started with 33 students on February 8, 1886.
  • In 1923, the school stopped offering high school courses and added a high school diploma to the admissions requirements.
  • In 1925, the school became the Tempe State Teachers College and offered four-year Bachelor of Education degrees as well as two-year teaching certificates.
  • In 1929, the 9th Arizona State Legislature authorized Bachelor of Arts in Education degrees as well, and the school was renamed the Arizona State Teachers College.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

PHX Phoenix3 mi
LAS Las Vegas259 mi
SAN San Diego306 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA2291 mi · ~66h 11m drive
New York, NY2135 mi · ~61h 41m drive
Hartford, CT2207 mi · ~63h 45m drive
Providence, RI2272 mi · ~65h 38m drive
Albany, NY2155 mi · ~62h 15m drive
Syracuse, NY2037 mi · ~58h 51m drive
Rochester, NY1965 mi · ~56h 46m drive
Buffalo, NY1899 mi · ~54h 52m drive
Philadelphia, PA2073 mi · ~59h 53m drive
Pittsburgh, PA1821 mi · ~52h 36m drive
Harrisburg, PA1983 mi · ~57h 17m drive
Newark, NJ2127 mi · ~61h 27m drive
Washington, DC1973 mi · ~57h drive
Baltimore, MD1996 mi · ~57h 40m drive
Atlanta, GA1583 mi · ~45h 44m drive
Charlotte, NC1773 mi · ~51h 13m drive
Raleigh, NC1894 mi · ~54h 43m drive
Miami, FL1972 mi · ~56h 58m drive
Orlando, FL1836 mi · ~53h 2m drive
Tampa, FL1787 mi · ~51h 37m drive
Nashville, TN1438 mi · ~41h 33m drive
New Orleans, LA1307 mi · ~37h 45m drive
Richmond, VA1953 mi · ~56h 25m drive
Chicago, IL1448 mi · ~41h 50m drive
Detroit, MI1684 mi · ~48h 39m drive
Minneapolis, MN1276 mi · ~36h 52m drive
St. Louis, MO1265 mi · ~36h 33m drive
Kansas City, MO1044 mi · ~30h 10m drive
Indianapolis, IN1492 mi · ~43h 6m drive
Columbus, OH1660 mi · ~47h 57m drive
Cleveland, OH1742 mi · ~50h 19m drive
Milwaukee, WI1459 mi · ~42h 9m drive
Dallas, TX878 mi · ~25h 22m drive
Houston, TX1008 mi · ~29h 7m drive
Austin, TX862 mi · ~24h 54m drive
San Antonio, TX840 mi · ~24h 16m drive
Los Angeles, CA363 mi · ~10h 29m drive
San Francisco, CA660 mi · ~19h 4m drive
San Diego, CA305 mi · ~8h 49m drive
Seattle, WA1120 mi · ~32h 21m drive
Portland, OR1011 mi · ~29h 12m drive
Denver, CO584 mi · ~16h 52m drive
Phoenix, AZ7 mi · ~12 min drive
Salt Lake City, UT508 mi · ~14h 41m drive
Honolulu, HI2912 mi · ~84h 7m drive
Southern (mild winters, hot summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Phoenix (PHX)3 miles
Rental car
5 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
6 min$4-6
Las Vegas (LAS)259 miles
Rental car
389 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
518 min$311-518

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