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University of Arizona

Q: How much does University of Arizona cost?

In-state tuition is $13,626 and out-of-state tuition is $41,095 per year.

Q: What do University of Arizona graduates earn?

The median earnings 5 years after graduation is $47,665 and 10 years after is $59,979.

Q: What percentage of students at University of Arizona take federal loans?

27.0% of students take out federal loans.

Q: What is the enrollment at University of Arizona?

University of Arizona has a total enrollment of 40,769 students (public institution). That is about 26× the national median of 1,556 students for U.S. degree-granting institutions.

Q: How much is out-of-state tuition at University of Arizona?

Out-of-state tuition at University of Arizona is $41,095 per year, compared with $13,626 for in-state students — a difference of $27,469. That is 55% above the national median of $26,585 for out-of-state tuition nationally.

Q: What SAT score do you need to get into University of Arizona?

Admitted students at University of Arizona typically score between 1150 and 1420 on the SAT (middle 50%), with an average composite score of 1246. Reading/writing range: 580–700; math range: 570–720.

Q: What ACT score do you need to get into University of Arizona?

The middle 50% of admitted students at University of Arizona score between 21 and 29 on the ACT.

Q: How do University of Arizona graduates' earnings compare to the national median?

Graduates of University of Arizona earn a median of $59,979 ten years after entry — 11% above the national median of $54,122 across 1,889 U.S. institutions in the College Scorecard. That is higher than 59% of ranked U.S. colleges.

Tucson, Arizona · Public

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Avg Earnings (5yr)

$47,665

Acceptance Rate

86%

Graduation Rate

67%

Annual Tuition

$13,626

Quick answer

According to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data on USACollegeData.com (2024-25 College Scorecard release), graduates of University of Arizona earn a median of $59,979 ten years after entry — 11% above the national median. Acceptance rate 85.7%, average SAT score 1246, in-state tuition $13,626.

At a Glance

Total Students

40,769

Retention Rate

88%

Faculty Ratio

Financial Aid

27%

Median Debt

$19,620

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Public

Admissions: SAT & ACT Scores

Average SAT Score

1,246

SAT Reading/Writing (middle 50%)

580–700

SAT Math (middle 50%)

570–720

ACT Composite (middle 50%)

21–29

Institution Overview

The University of Arizona is a large public institution with an acceptance rate of 85.7% and a student body of over 40,000. The university retains 87.7% of its students. The graduation rate is 66.9%. The median debt for graduates is $19,620, and 27% of students receive financial aid.

One year after graduation, alumni earn a median of $44,998, which increases to $47,665 after five years and $59,979 after ten years. In-state tuition is $13,626.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$45k

1 YEAR

$48k

5 YEARS

$60k

10 YEARS

Top 41% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, University of Arizona alumni earn a median salary of $44,998. Five years after graduation, the median salary increases to $47,665. Ten years after graduation, the median salary is $59,979. The median debt for graduates is $19,620.

The University of Arizona has a student body of 40,769. The university has an acceptance rate of 85.7% and a graduation rate of 66.9%. The retention rate is 87.7%. The in-state tuition is $13,626, and 27% of students receive financial aid.