Known for business — major research university
University of Arizona is a public institution in Tucson with particular strength in business and biology. With an average SAT of 1261, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A large campus of 40.8K undergraduates with a 19:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
66% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $59,979 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $15,960.
Established
1885
Motto
Sursum
Mascot
Wilbur and Wilma T. Wildcat
Type
Public land-grant research university
Division
Division I
86%Acceptance
1261SAT Avg
40,769Students
19:1Student:Faculty
66%Grad Rate
$59,979Earnings 10yr
$15,960Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate85.7%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1261
Reading & WritingMid: 620
580700
MathMid: 625
580720
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 25
2130
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$13,626
Tuition (out-of-state)$41,095
Room & Board$14,400
Books & Supplies$800
Total Cost of Attendance$28,543
Average Net Price$15,960
Median Debt at Graduation$19,620
Monthly Payment (10yr)$208
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$12,043
$30–48K$13,789
$48–75K$15,497
$75–110K$20,124
$110K+$20,936
Programs (439)
Student Body
Undergrads
40,769
Gender Split
56% / 44%
Women / Men
First Generation
31%
Pell Grant Recipients
26%
Race & Ethnicity
White 47%
Black 4%
Hispanic 28%
Asian 5%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 5%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate65.9%
Freshman Retention87.7%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$47,665
8 Years$55,966
10 Years$59,979
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$49,100
Men
$63,900
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Varsity Sports — Wildcats
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia