Arizona State University

A world-leading institution for innovation, inclusion and sustainability, Arizona State University (ASU) is now recognized as a top 40 university in the USA (QS World University Rankings 2025). ASU students learn from some of the world’s top minds, and become such employable graduates that ASU is ranked top 35 in world by the Global Employability University Ranking and Survey.

ASU offers 350+ undergraduate majors, including many highly ranked by U.S. News Best Colleges, including business (#29), computer science (#50), engineering (#34), management (#13) and psychology (#51).

Located in the metro Phoenix area — the 5th largest US city — students enjoy scenery, good weather and lots to do. The world-famous Grand Canyon can be visited in a day trip. Sky Harbor International Airport in Phoenix is easy to reach and is known as America’s friendliest airport.

ASU's historic campus in Tempe boasts multidisciplinary research in first-rate research centers, innovative VR learning labs and the university's Big 12 sports, with an energetic, friendly atmosphere.

First-year students live on campus in the same residential community as others in their academic program so they are surrounded by study partners and friends right from the start of their experience.

Admitted undergraduates are considered for renewable merit scholarships worth up to 41% of tuition. Other funding opportunities include working for the university to earn money through on-campus student employment. Getting work experience related to your degree is supported through a robust network of industry partners, abundant internship opportunities and an innovative career platform that connects students with employers. ASU is ranked #21 best university for Co-ops and internships by U.S. News & World Report, 2024.

Kaplan International works in partnership with Arizona State University to provide application counseling and admissions support to international students.

ASU Degree Admission

Do you already meet the academic and English-language admission requirements for the degrees you’re interested in at ASU? If so, you may be able to apply directly for degree admission with ASU — and Kaplan can help.

Do I qualify for degree admission?

You may qualify for degree admission based on the following basic requirements.*

Admission requirements for undergraduate students:

• GPA: 3.00 (on a 4.00 scale)
• TOEFL: 61 (minimum score)

*These are ASU’s standard admission requirements. Certain degree programs will have their own requirements. Use our degree finder to see the requirements for the program(s) you’re interested in.

Types of degree admission

Through Kaplan, there are 2 levels of study at ASU. The best option for you depends on your academic background and qualifications. Students who have already completed a year or more in a bachelor’s degree program should consider transfer admission.

Undergraduate degree admission

For high school graduates who meet ASU’s entry requirements and want to earn a bachelor’s degree.

Apply through Kaplan to study at ASU

You can qualify for an application fee waivers when you apply through Kaplan. We can help you find the right degree, identify the best admission route, extra support during the application process and advice on tution fees and scholarship.

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As an international student at Arizona State University, you will need to obtain an F-1 or J-1 student visa.

F-1 student visa

The F-1 visa is the most common student visa and is issued to full-time students enrolled in an academic or language program at a U.S. institution. Any student who is funded either by personal or outside funds, or a combination of the two, is eligible for F-1 status. If you are a student applying for an F-1 visa, you must request the SEVIS Form I-20 from the appropriate ASU admission office once admitted to ASU.

J-1 student visa

The J-1 visa is an exchange visitor visa issued to students at all academic levels. Students must have a substantial portion of their funding coming from a source other than their finances (e.g., their home institution or government). If you are a student applying for a J-1 visa, you must request Form DS-2019 from the appropriate ASU admission office once admitted to ASU.

F-2 dependent visa (undergraduate)

The F-2 visa is a nonimmigrant visa that allows dependent spouses and children of F-1 student visa holders to enter the U.S. and enroll in an educational institution. As a student with F-2 visa status, you can attend ASU only as a part-time student. For the undergraduate level, this means you may register for up to 11 credit hours for the spring and fall terms.

F-2 dependent visa (graduate)

The F-2 visa is a nonimmigrant visa that allows dependent spouses and children of F-1 student visa holders to enter the U.S. and enroll in an educational institution. As a student with F-2 visa status, you can attend ASU only as a part-time student. For the graduate level, this means you may register for up to eight credit hours for the spring and fall terms. Some graduate programs do not allow students to attend part-time. For additional information, please contact your program of interest.

Association of American Universities member

Along with Harvard, Stanford, and MIT

400+ ‘prestigious faculty’

National Academies-honored faculty

#Top 10 in the world for student-employer connections

Ahead of Purdue, Stanford and MIT – QS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2022

#1 in the U.S. for Innovation

U.S. News & World Report, 10 years, 2016–2025

81 top-ranked programs

Ranked in the top 25 in the U.S., including 37 in the top 10

270+ athletic championships

National and conference titles

#1 in the U.S. for Global Impact

Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings, 2020–2024

#1 public university in the U.S. chosen by international students

Institute of International Education, 2023

Top 10 worldwide among universities granted U.S. patents

For two years