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F A S T F A C T S
Location | Tucson
Population | 1,077,800
Enrollment | 39,606
Language | English
Calendar | Semester
Canada | N/A

Term Dates
Fall | 08/21-12/14
Spring | 01/10-05/09

University of Arizona

Tucson, AZ

About This Campus

The University of Arizona is a student-oriented, research university. Founded in 1885, the University is dedicated to preparing students for an increasingly diversified and technological world and to improving the quality of life for the people of Arizona. UArizona is ranked 16th nationally in terms of research funding, and several of the University's academic programs are ranked in the top 20 nationally.

Location Information

The University of Arizona is located in a unique geographical region, the Sonoran Desert, and situated in a southwestern, urban setting in close proximity to the U.S. border with Mexico. With a Spanish, Mexican, and Native American heritage, Tucson provides a fitting environment for a university dedicated to diversity. The city offers an abundance of cultural activities, while the mountains that surround the city provide phenomenal hiking, biking, and mountain climbing opportunities.

Helpful Information

There are a variety of off-campus housing options available near the university. The campus is large, but most buildings are centrally located and the campus is easy to navigate by walking or biking. There is also a lot of school spirit, including ZonaZoo, the largest student section in the PAC-12.

2023-2024 Chance of Placement
Host Payment	\|	Open
Home Payment	\|	Waitlist
Campus Availability & Deadlines

2024-2025 Chance of Placement
Host Payment	\|	Open
Home Payment	\|	Most Competitive
Understand Chances of Placement

Academics

Registration

Campus Catalog
When will I register? With juniors
Syllabus Request for Course Pre-Approval: Contact Host Coordinator for assistance

Closed Programs
Unfortunately, we cannot accept Business majors even if "needs major classes" is "no" on application. Closed Business majors include: Accounting, Business Administration, Business Economics, Business Management, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Management Information Systems, Marketing, Operations Management. **Other closed programs: Nursing, Retailing & Consumer Sciences

Limitations
Some programs may require a portfolio or an audition before advanced coursework can be taken (e.g. Fine Arts, Performing Arts, Media Arts, Music, Dance, and Architecture). Engineering requires a review of pre-requisites (after the NSE Placement Conference) and approval from the College of Engineering. Engineering students should have Calculus 1 & 2 and Physics 1 & 2 already completed. Experience and high scores in Math and Science coursework will be required for Engineering admission. Students applying for exchange in Computer Science should be aware that course availability is limited and UArizona Computer Science Majors and Minors have priority. Further, Computer Science will allow enrollment in a maximum of three CS classes; students should plan to take at least one class outside of the department to meet the required 12-credit minimum for exchange. Starting in Spring 2023, upper-division (300- and 400-level major classes) Film & Television courses are no longer available to exchange students. A brief list of Film & Television general education classes will remain open to students on a space available basis.

Notable Academic Programs

Anthropology - The School of Anthropology at the University of Arizona has a long and proud tradition of scholarly excellence and leadership in the discipline and was ranked as one of the best Anthropology programs in the United States, according to the National Research Council.
Philosophy - Housed in our College of Social & Behavioral Sciences, the Philosophy program is a top ranked program in the U.S.
Astronomy - The University of Arizona's Astronomy program ranks #1 in the nation in research expenditures according to the National Science Foundation.
Public Health - The Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health at UA is the first and only accredited public health college in Arizona.
Architecture - The College of Architecture, Planning and Landscape Architecture at the UA is the nation's leader in sustainable design and planning for arid regions. Our Bachelor of Architecture program is ranked top 25 in the nation.

Unique Academic Programs

Hydrology and Atmospheric Sciences - Hands-on practical applications and full engagement in hydrology classes and research. Cutting-edge, relevant research with distinguished faculty. Partnerships with government agencies. Pursue specialties in areas such as weather forecasting, air pollution, remote sensing, and hydrometeorology. The HAS Department also has a close working relationship with the National Weather Service, which is co-located on campus.

Undergraduate Majors Open to NSE Students

Aerospace Engineering, African Studies, Agricultural Business... ++ show all

Aerospace Engineering, African Studies, Agricultural Business, Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Education, Agricultural Technology Management, Agronomy and Crop Science, American Studies, Ancient Studies, Animation and Special Effects, Anthropology, Archaeology, Art, Art Education, Art History, Astronomy, Atmospheric Sciences, Biochemistry, Bioinformatics, Biology/Life Science, Biomedical Engineering, Cell Biology, Ceramic Art/Ceramics, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Chinese, Civil Engineering, Communication, Computer Graphics, Creative Writing, Criminal Justice, Dance, Dietetics, Drawing, Early Childhood Education, Earth Science, East Asian Studies, Ecology, Economics, Electrical Engineering, Elementary Education, English, Entomology, Environmental Sciences, Epidemiology, Ethnic Studies, European Studies, Family Studies, Film, Fine Art, First Nation Studies, French, Geography, Geological Engineering, Geology, Geophysics, German, Graphic Design, Greek, History, Horticulture, Human Development, Illustration, Industrial Engineering, International Studies, Islamic Studies, Italian, Japanese, Journalism, Land Use Planning and Management, Landscape Architecture/Design, Latin American Studies, Linguistics, Materials Sciences, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Microbiology, Middle Eastern Studies, Mineral/Mining Engineering, Molecular Biology, Music, Music History, Music Theory and Composition, Native American/American Indian Studies, Natural Resources Conservation, Neuroscience, Nutrition, Painting, Performing Arts: Voice, Philosophy, Photo Journalism, Photography, Physical Sciences, Physics, Planetary and Space Sciences, Plant Science, Political Science, Portuguese, Psychology, Public Health, Public Policy Studies, Range Management/Resources, Religious Studies/Theology, Russian, Sculpture, Secondary Education, Social Psychology, Sociology, Soil Science, Southeast Asian Studies, Special Education, Speech Pathology and Audiology, Speech/Rhetoric/Public Address, Studio Art, Theater Arts/Drama/Acting, Visual Arts, Water Management, Wildlife Biology, Wildlife Management, Women and Gender Studies

Conditions

GPA and Other Academic Requirements

General Eligibility Requirements
Note: The 2.5 GPA or above requirement for admission is required and course prerequisites are strictly enforced.

Exchange Preferences

Full-year exchange Accepted
Single term exchange Accepted

Non-Native English Speakers

TOEFL: must have a score of N/A paper, N/A computer or 70.00 Internet
IELTS: must have a score of 6.00

Summer Exchange

Not available

International Students (Visa Students)

Will not accept

Canadian Students - learn more

Will NOT accept

Tuition / Finances

Figures per Semester are current as of 09/07/23
Finances

Campus Budget
Fees are subject to change without notice.

Tuition and Fees Per Semester - Host Payment Students

Pay resident-rate tuition to your host campus. No tuition/fees are paid to your home campus
Estimated cost: $6640.00.
Figures are based on full-time enrollment.

Tuition and Fees - Home Payment Students

Pay regular tuition to your home campus. No tuition/fees are paid to your host campus.

Maximum Credit Hours Per Semester

Host Payment: 18
Home Payment: 18

Financial Aid for NSE Students
Regardless of Payment Plan, financial aid is awarded by and disbursed from your home campus.

Miscellaneous Fees - Per Semester

Purpose	Amount	Period	Plan	Status
NSE Program Fee	$200	Year	Host & Home	Mandatory
ID Card	$25	Year	Host & Home	Mandatory
Parking Fee	$700	Year	Host & Home	Optional
Course Fees / Materials	Varies	Semester	Host & Home	Mandatory

Important Notes: *To view your UA tuition rates as part of the Guaranteed Tuition Program, please visit: https://tuitioncalculator.fso.arizona.edu/#!/selections *All students should be aware that parking fees range from $100 (off-campus park and ride) to $700 (on-campus garage parking) for the academic year. *International Students should be aware of these additional fees: $100 international student fee per semester, $125 international student orientation fee, health insurance (required) fee is approximately $1,000 per semester.

Room / Meals

Figures are current as of 09/07/23
On-Campus Housing Per Semester

On-Campus Housing
not available

Off-Campus Housing

Off-Campus Housing
Approximate monthly cost: $1200
Proximity to campus: .5
Local Public Transportation Available to Campus

Notes About Housing
Many off-campus housing options are located close (walking distance) to campus. Resources for assisting students in finding off-campus housing can be viewed at http://offcampus.arizona.edu/

Meal Plans

Campus Meal Plans
Meal purchase is required for on campus living.

Notes About Meal Plans
For more information about available meal plans: https://union.arizona.edu/mealplans/new-students.php

Resources

Campus Links

Health

Figures per Semester are current as of 09/07/23

Purpose	Amount	Period	Plan	Status
Health Insurance	$1400	Semester	Host & Home	Optional

Important Notes about Health Insurance
The University of Arizona requires proof of measles and mumps (MMR) vaccination for all students born after 12/31/56.

Requirements

Campus Immunization Information

All data in this document is the responsibility of the campus and has been provided by the campus NSE coordinator.

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