Along your journey to the University of Arizona, you’re bound to have questions. Fortunately, we’ve made it easy to find the information you need. Here are the most frequently asked questions (and answers) related to becoming an Arizona Wildcat at our main campus in Tucson, Arizona. If you’ve searched this page and still have questions, we’d be happy to help.
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Official transcripts are required for verification purposes and to officially transfer any college credit to the university. If you’re having trouble obtaining your official transcript, please contact the University of Arizona Office of Undergraduate Admissions at (520) 621-3237 or admissions@arizona.edu.
To apply for financial aid, submit your FAFSA to the University of Arizona and include our school code, 001083. You may also be required to submit your official high school transcripts for federal aid verification purposes, even if they were not required for admissions evaluation.
If you are interested in learning more about the University of Arizona, please fill out this request for information form. Upon submission of this form, you will begin receiving updates from the University of Arizona.
You can also explore our majors and degree programs.
Visiting is a great way to get more information about our campus. You can explore your visit options for our main campus on our visit webpage.
There are several things to consider when looking to transfer to Arizona from another college or university:
Arizona community college students can preview how your credits will transfer by using our Transfer Credit Tool. If your credits are coming from an out Out-of-state institution, applicants can visit Transfer Credit and Articulation for more details. Note: more information on how to submit transcripts for evaluation is available at the top of the transfer credit page linked above.
The Transfer Student Center is a great resource if you need support navigating the transfer process, finding community among fellow transfer students, and adjusting to Wildcat life.
No. It is recommended that students do not wait to apply since test scores are not required for admission. You can review our requirements for admission based on your applicant type here.
Yes, we do accept dual enrollment credit for admissions consideration.
The determination of acceptability of credit for coursework completed at another college is made at the discretion of the University of Arizona. To see if you will earn transfer credit for coursework completed at a college or university visit.
AZ Transfer for more information on transferring credits to Arizona universities.
It is imperative that the student submit all dual enrollment classes on separate community college or university transcripts. Dual enrollment classes listed on the high school transcript will not be considered for college credit.
Arizona community college students can preview how your credits will transfer by using our Transfer Credit Tool. Out-of-state applicants can visit Transfer Credit and Articulation for more details and information on how to submit transcripts.
Yes. Homeschooled students should self-report their high school and college level homeschool coursework. A signed transcript with a graduation date is required prior to enrollment.
It is important that you enter your grades in accordance with the academic schedule that your school follows and how it is displayed on your transcript. Below you can find instructions on how to input your grades for each academic schedule. If you are simply unsure on how to enter your grades, you should have your transcript in front of you so that you enter them according to how they are listed on your transcript.
Semester Schedule
If your high school only assigns semester grades, enter the first semester grade into the first box and the second semester grade into the second box.
Trimester Schedule
If your school only assigns trimester grades, enter each trimester into one box of the three boxes.
Quarter Schedule
If your school only assigns quarter grades, enter one grade in each of the four grade boxes.
Block Schedule
If your school follows block scheduling, enter the grade in the first box.
Final Grades Only
If your high school only assigns final grades, enter the final grade in the first box.
If your high school assigns final grades with semester or trimester grades, select the term schedule of "Final Grades Only" and enter the final grade in the first box.
We would love to show you campus! Please register for a campus tour. Note, Admissions offers additional visit opportunities such as academic and department information sessions, student panels, and specialized events periodically throughout the year. This availability will be noted on the visit registration calendar linked above.
We also offer a variety of virtual visit options including a virtual campus tour and recordings of prior information sessions and informational videos on our YouTube channel. These virtual resources are a helpful way to supplement in person visit opportunities.
The application indicates form submission deadline is the 35th day of the fall and spring semester; however, earlier is better. University of Arizona employees can complete the QTR form (available in UAccess in the “Benefits” tile) as soon as the dependent has enrolled for classes. Until the QTR application is submitted, the student will see the charge for full tuition on their Bursar’s Account. Please see full details and information here.
You are considered a first-year student if you will soon graduate high school, you have graduated, or you have a GED and have not enrolled in college since graduating. Or you have completed less than 12 college credits post high school. Please note that enrolling in college coursework following high school graduation will make you ineligible for first year tuition awards.
You are considered a transfer student if you have attended other colleges or universities, including community colleges, and have completed 12 or more transferable credits since graduating high school. Dual enrollment college credits achieved while in high school do not consider you a transfer student, any amount of dual enrollment credits achieved before the while in high school will not make you a transfer student.
You may contact the admissions recruiter assigned to you or contact our Undergraduate Admissions Office. More information on how to send college level transcripts to University of Arizona can be found here. More information on how to send high school level transcripts can be found here.
For detailed information about how to apply for financial aid and scholarships, please visit the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid.
The first step to apply for financial aid is to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the appropriate academic year and list the University of Arizona (Title IV School Code 001083) as one of the schools on the FAFSA.
After the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid (OSFA) receives your FAFSA, your financial aid eligibility will be determined, and you will be sent a digital financial aid offer.
The FAFSA opens on October 1 of each year so seniors should file the FAFSA as soon as possible after that date. For more information about applying for financial aid and the FAFSA, visit the Apply For Aid webpage.
There is a lot that goes into estimating your costs to attend the University of Arizona. Everything from how much your tuition will be to what you may spend on books, supplies, rent, food, travel, etc. To review the current estimated cost of attendance, visit the cost page, found on the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid website. You can utilize our cost of attendance calculator to view your unique cost of attendance.
No – only the cost of base tuition and tuition differentials are offered at a reduction.
Please review our Core Competency Requirements.
The University of Arizona allows up to two deficiencies in Core Competency Requirements. A deficiency is defined in one of two ways, missing a unit of coursework or falling below a 2.0 on a 4.0 scale in a specific subject area. Applicants must have an unweighted overall grade point average of 2.0 (A = 4.0) in each subject area and may not have more than two deficiencies. Students may not have deficiencies in both math and laboratory science or in the same subject area.
Please review our application review process for more information
You will still apply as a first-year student and will be considered a first-year student with college-related credit for the purpose of admissions consideration. Once you have been admitted and the credits have been evaluated, you will be classified to the appropriate grade level based on the earned credits and their applicability to your chosen degree program. All students are considered first-year applicants when they apply for admission directly from high school.
While you do not need to send official transcripts when you apply as a first-year student, you do need to send them once you have been admitted and enroll in the University of Arizona with your final year of high school grades posted with your graduation date, for us to verify your self-reported grades and courses in progress.
Official high school transcripts will be used to confirm that all self-reported coursework and grades were reported accurately prior to enrollment at the University of Arizona. If you provided false information for the purposes of GPA or course improvement, it may invalidate further consideration for admissions or result in rescinding of the offer of admission and/or tuition awards
Core GPA calculations will not use a Pass/No Pass grading in the calculation. However, courses completed with a pass will fulfill the course requirements needed for admission.
The University of Arizona will accept Pass/Fail grades for meeting core requirements but will not calculate into the core GPA. Arizona has always taken a comprehensive approach in our application review process. Our admissions office uses all application information provided, along with each student’s academic transcript. We are comfortable with a variety of grading systems, including letter or numeric grades, narrative evaluations, credit/no credit, and pass/fail.
No. Students should request their Pima transcript be sent electronically to the University of Arizona. Students can request their transcripts online via MyPima or at the Student Services Center at any Pima campus.
No. Many STU 210UA students are able to submit all application requirements online or electronically. If you are not required to submit your High School transcript and have not attended a college other than Pima, you do not need to turn in an application packet.
The Re-Admission application is only for students who previously attended the University of Arizona and earned grades. The Arizona Re-Admission application can be submitted ONLINE. If you have never attended the University of Arizona as a Degree-Seeking student, then you are required to apply via the Online Application System. Please see our returning student admissions webpage to see if you qualify.
Most students who take STU 210UA will receive Priority Registration, as long as they meet the application deadline and attend their mandatory College Meeting. Due to longer evaluation times, the following groups of students do not qualify for Priority Registration:
Students enrolled in STU 210UA will qualify for Priority Registration for two regular semesters (Fall/Spring) following their Transfer Strategies course. If you decide to skip a term between the course and enrollment, please see Paul Miller for application instructions, prior to completing any steps.
Learn who will have access to preferred name, sex, gender and pronoun information provided on the application for admission.
Find out how preferred name, sex, gender and pronoun information provided on the application for admission will be used.
Learn why the university is collecting preferred name, sex, gender and pronoun information on the application for admission.
The downloadable Checklist is the last page of the STU 210 UA Transfer Guide. There is a link under the section titled: Instructions for Applying to the University of Arizona. If you have hard-copy transcripts to submit, adhere to the guidelines on the checklist. If you have no hard-copy documents to submit, you do not need to download the Checklist.
First-time first-year students living on campus and Honors Village are required to have a Swipe Meal Plan. Learn more.
Please visit the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid website for full details on how tuition award eligibility is determined at the University of Arizona.
Admissions Decisions days are posted on the STU 210UA webpage, and vary by class section. There are two designated Admission Decision days for each class section. Please review the dates for your section, posted on the STU 210UA webpage. If you complete your application requirements after the STU 210UA deadline, please check with your Pima Instructor in class for updates, or contact a University of Arizona Transfer Representative. Official notices of admission can be found in your Future WildCat account.
If a student applies by our Early Action deadline of November 1, they will receive their admission decision in mid-January. Applications received after November 1 will move to a Regular Decision timeline and be considered on a space-available basis. Regular Decisions will be announced in batches during the spring after Early Action decisions are announced. Remember, a completed application includes self-reported grades and the application processing fee.
Admissions decisions will be sent electronically, so be sure to monitor your email. You can also view updates regarding your application (including any missing information requested and admissions decisions) by logging into your Future Wildcat portal.
All students who are currently attending high school are required to self-report their senior year coursework in the application process. Select 12th in the Grade Level dropdown menu when adding a course. Select In-Progress as the grades for all coursework currently in-progress.
If you are applying as a first-year student, you will send your final official high school transcripts once you are admitted and enrolled to the university and after your graduation date from high school. If you do not self-report your classes and grades in your application, your application is not complete until we receive your official or unofficial high school transcript. You can request that your high school either send your transcript via mail or electronically. Please see below for instructions.
High school transcripts can be sent via mail directly from your high school to:
The University of Arizona
Office of Admissions
P.O. Box 210073
Tucson, AZ 85721-0073
Note: We can accept electronic transcripts via secure, third-party vendors. Electronic submission of high school transcripts may be directed to admissions@arizona.edu. College-level transcripts may be directed to REG-transcripts@email.arizona.edu. Please note that we cannot accept transcripts directly by email or fax; they must be sent through a secure online service, such as Docufide by Parchment.
If you are applying as a transfer student, we require official transcripts from each institution you have attended, including high school.
Contact the Registrar's Office at all of the colleges and universities you attended, and request that an official transcript be sent by mail or electronically:
Mail physical college transcripts to:
Registration & Transcripts
The University of Arizona
Administration Building, Room 210
P.O. Box 210066
Tucson, AZ 85721-0066
You do not have to send your high school transcripts if you are a transfer student and:
Note: College-level transcripts may be directed to REG-transcripts@email.arizona.edu. Please note that we cannot accept transcripts directly by email or fax; they must be sent through a secure online service, such as Docufide by Parchment.
If you are a continuing student and, for example, take a summer school course at another institution, your transcripts should be sent to the Registrar's Office at the above address.
All student types, please note that the processing time for submitted documents can be up to 2-4 weeks and students may receive correspondence from our office during that time. This situation often occurs when transcripts and the notification pass in the mail; the transcripts do not need to be sent again. If you have concerns, please feel free to contact us at admissions@arizona.edu or 520-621-3237.
If you took the GED, your official GED test scores will fulfill the high school transcript requirement. You will be able to send your official scores directly from the testing agency to the address above. If you’ve completed another high school equivalency test, please refer to our High School Competency Requirements.
Students can contact our admissions team at 520-621-3237 or admissions@arizona.edu with questions about their application.
Students who submit a complete admission application will be considered for first-year or transfer merit tuition awards, so long as they submit a completed application by the respective deadlines for first-year and transfer students. Admitted students may find additional scholarships using our scholarship matching database, Scholarship Universe.
The application fee is $50 for Arizona residents and $80 for non-residents. If you apply online, you can log into your application after it has been submitted and pay the application fee online using your username and password. We do not accept cash payments.
Housing Application Fee: Your housing application fee, if paid, will not be refunded. If you defer your admission one or two semesters, your housing application fee will be credited to your entering terms housing application. If you return after three semesters and wish to live in on-campus housing you will have to pay your housing application fee and apply again.
Rent Down Payment: If you have paid your rent down payment, that fee will be refunded.
Please review our deferment policies for more deferment information and Housing & Residential Life for more housing information.
We do not require letters of reference for admission to the University of Arizona. However, they may be required if you are interested in applying to the Honors College. Learn more about becoming an Honors Wildcat.
No. Immunization records are not required until after an applicant is admitted and has a University of Arizona Student ID number. At that point, the student can fax their form to Campus Health. Instructions on how to submit your Immunization Records can be found at Campus Health.
The University of Arizona and the Arizona University System offer options for eligible employees and their families to further their education at reduced tuition rates. You can learn more by visiting Human Resources and Financial Aid.
Prior to submitting the application, you may save your progress and make changes to it. However, once submitted, you cannot make changes to your application, so be sure to review entries carefully. If you realized that you made a mistake with your self-reported coursework, please submit our Self-Reported Class Rank & Grades Form for First-Year Applicants [PDF].
If you are offered a tuition scholarship, you will be notified by the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. You can also review your application status and scholarships awarded within the application portal, Future Wildcat.
Please visit our deadlines page for more details.
Upon receipt of your official high school transcripts, the Office of Undergraduate Admissions will complete a comprehensive evaluation of your application. If determined that your self-reported information and your transcript do not match and your academic record does not meet our admission guidelines, your admission may be rescinded and our office will be in contact.
I am unable to request an official transcript from my high school, community college and/or university for my admissions application. Will the University of Arizona accept unofficial transcripts?
Official transcripts are required for verification purposes and to officially transfer any college credit to the university. If you’re having trouble obtaining your official transcript, please contact the University of Arizona Office of Undergraduate Admissions at (520) 621-3237 or admissions@arizona.edu.
We ask that you input your high school course grades according to the University of Arizona’s standard letter scale to assist in our evaluation process. Grades should be entered unweighted. You must have your high school transcript, or official grade report, with you when filling out this section. If you are having trouble converting your grades into a letter scale, you can refer to our conversion guide. For classes in which you are currently enrolled, please select a grade of In-Progress. Please contact the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at admissions@arizona.edu or (520) 621-3237 if you have additional questions.
Numerical Grade Conversion Guide
90% or above converts to an A
80-89% is a B
70-79% is a C
60-69% is a D
59% or below converts to an F
IB Grade Conversion Guide
6 or 7 converts to an A
5 is a B
4 is a C
3 is a D
1 or 2 is an F
4.0 Scale Grade Conversion
3.5-4.0 converts to an A
2.5-3.49 is a B
1.5-2.49 is a C
1.0-1.49 is a D
Below 1.0 is an F
No. SAT/ACT scores are not required for general admission to the university, tuition scholarship eligibility, or admission to our more selective programs such as the Honors College. If a student chooses to submit official SAT/ACT scores, they may be used to clear course deficiencies or assist with class placement at orientation or to help fulfill our Core Competency Requirements.
Please note: To be considered, official test scores must be sent directly from the testing agency.
Please note that the processing time for submitted documents can be up to 2-4 weeks and students may receive correspondence from our office during that time. This situation often occurs when transcripts and the notification pass in the mail; the transcripts do not need to be sent again. If you have concerns, please feel free to contact us at admissions@arizona.edu or 520-621-3237.
It may be possible for you to use both your QTR benefit and tuition awards. Please see the Qualified Tuition Reduction and Merit Aid page for additional details.
As the parent or family member of a University of Arizona student, you are a valued member of the Wildcat community. We encourage you to get involved through opportunities available through our Parent & Family Programs.
Admitted students with a criminal record will provide supplemental information to the Dean of Students Office. In certain cases, admitted students may need an individual review and evaluation to assess appropriate pathways to enrollment at the University of Arizona. In these cases, enrollment may be denied or restricted. Upon admission, please click the accurate and appropriate boxes in Next Steps Center reference criminal records to ensure smooth processing of your enrollment.
Congratulations! There are a few things you need to do to officially become an Arizona Wildcat at our main campus in Tucson, Arizona. Your Next Steps Center is home to all the resources you need to pursue enrollment at the University of Arizona. In this portal you will find all your remaining action items, like paying your enrollment fee, applying for housing, and signing up for orientation. Ready to become a Wildcat? Click “Secure Your Spot” in your Next Steps Center to begin the enrollment process. We recommend bookmarking your Next Steps Center on your internet bookmark bar and writing down your login information since you will return to this portal frequently.
Yes. Please contact the Office of Undergraduate Admissions for information on how to receive an appeal packet, which could require information like:
Congrats on challenging yourself. Check out how these scores are evaluated below.
Yes, the University of Arizona strongly encourages all incoming students to live on campus their first year. We have 23 undergraduate residence halls and a variety of themed living-learning communities, including a living learning community for transfer students. For more information about living on campus, refer to the Housing & Residential Life website.
There is also a variety of off-campus housing options near Arizona’s campus. For more information on off-campus housing options, including roommate matching, check out Off-Campus Housing.
Since on campus housing is not required, we recommend applying for housing early if interested since housing does fill up.
Yes, please have electronic transcripts sent to the following addresses:
*NOTE: We can accept electronic transcripts processed by the sending institution through secure, third party vendors only. Please request that your electronic transcript be sent directly to this email address, not to yourself or to your advisor.
Visit our High School Competency Requirements to learn more about our admissions process and score requirements for students who have completed the GED or another high school equivalency test, including High School Equivalency Test (HiSet), California Proficiency (CHSPE), Grand Canyon High School Diploma (GCHS), or Test Assessing Secondary Completion (TASC).
Students must click the "Proceed to Coding" link on the website, or follow the link in the Transfer Guide, and fill out the form to be coded for STU 210UA. This coding determines qualification for Priority Registration. Please be aware that the University of Arizona Admissions Processing Team will verify enrollment in STU 210UA for every student that requests coding. Students who are not enrolled in STU 210UA will not be coded. The form link and instructions to request coding are provided in the STU 210UA Transfer Guide.
Yes, all students must pay the enrollment fee. The enrollment fee ensures your place at the University of Arizona's main campus in Tucson, Arizona. Visit orientation.arizona.edu for additional details. Ready to become a Wildcat? Click "Secure Your Spot" in your Next Steps Center to begin the enrollment process and pay your enrollment fee.
The enrollment fee ensures your place at the University of Arizona’s main campus in Tucson, Arizona. The fee is used to pay for orientation, your University of Arizona CatCard (student ID) and course placements. Visit orientation.arizona.edu for additional details. Ready to become a Wildcat? Click “Secure Your Spot” in your Next Steps Center to begin the enrollment process and pay your enrollment fee.
Once you have been admitted, and obtained your Student ID number and PIN, you must go to the Next Steps Center to complete your enrollment. To login to your Next Steps Center you will need to create a UA NetID. In your Next Steps Center, click “Secure Your Spot” to begin the process to become a Wildcat. You will then gain access to your personalized checklist for enrollment and can begin completing those steps. We recommend bookmarking your Next Steps Center on your internet bookmark bar and writing down your login information since you will return to this portal frequently.
Class are in-person. Students should check the Announcements on the STU 210UA webpage for locations.
You can visit the Advising Resource Center at advising.arizona.edu, and use the Directory to search for advisors by Major or College. Feel free to reach out to the academic advisor for colleges and programs you are interested in and have questions about.
If you believe you are a resident of the State of Arizona but have been classified as a non-resident, you must file a domicile affidavit and submit it to the Residency Classification Office. Please refer to the Residency Classification website for Arizona residency policies and a downloadable PDF of the domicile affidavit form. Questions about if you qualify as a resident or non-resident of Arizona? Contact information for our Residency Classification Office can be found at the link above.
You are not required to live on campus, but it is highly encouraged. For more information and to explore all our dorms, please visit the Housing & Residential Life website. For off-campus housing options, please visit Off-Campus Housing. Since housing is not required, on campus housing is available on a first come-first-serve basis so we recommend students apply early if they would like to live on campus.
If you have not been admitted yet, you may contact your admissions recruiter assigned to you or contact our Undergraduate Admissions Office to request a term change.
If you have already been admitted, you may request a deferment*.
*See Defer Your Enrollment for eligibility and more information.
If you are not eligible for a deferment, please cancel your admission and re-apply.
If you would like to cancel your admission to the University of Arizona and have not paid your enrollment fee, please complete and submit the Admissions Cancellation Form within your Future Wildcat account.
If you have already taken action with your enrollment fee, please visit the Next Steps Center and navigate to the bottom of the ‘secure your spot’ tab to cancel your admission to the University of Arizona.
You may also mail in your cancellation notice. Please download and complete this Admissions Cancellation Form. Mail the form to:
Office of Admissions
University of Arizona
PO Box 210073
Tucson AZ 85721
Please note: This is NOT a blanket cancellation. Appropriate cancellation forms must be sent to all university departments, i.e. Orientation, Admissions, Residence Life, etc. Please contact each department for details on their cancellation procedures and requirements.
If you would like to cancel your admission to the University of Arizona and have not paid your enrollment fee, please complete and submit the Admissions Cancellation Form within your Future Wildcat account.
If you have already taken action with your enrollment fee, please visit the Next Steps Center and navigate to the bottom of the ‘secure your spot’ tab to cancel your admission to the University of Arizona.
If you have additional questions about canceling your admission, contact the New Student Services team at orientation@arizona.edu.
Learn about the application process for:
You can find your domestic University of Arizona Admissions recruiter by visiting Who Is My Recruiter?. You can find your international University of Arizona Admissions recruiter by visiting Meet Your International Enrollment Counselor. You may also reach out to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at admissions@arizona.edu or 520-621-3237 for additional support.
The university understands that families’ financial circumstances may have changed. To learn more about the different special circumstance appeals offered, visit the Financial Aid appeals website.
The University of Arizona's Early Action deadline is November 1. Students are encouraged to apply by this date to ensure priority consideration for admissions, merit aid, and admission into the W.A. Franke Honors College (if interested).
No, the University of Arizona's Early Action model is non-binding, which means you can still apply to other institutions after submitting your application to the U of A.
Yes. Applications received after November 1 will move to a Regular Decision timeline and be considered on a space-available basis. Regular Decisions will be announced in batches in the spring after Early Action decisions are announced.
Yes, a complete application (including the application fee or fee waiver request and self-reported grades) must be submitted by November 1 to meet the Early Action deadline. If your application is not completed by November 1, it will move to the Regular Decision timeline.
No, Early Action only applies to incoming first-year undergraduate students who plan to enroll at Main Campus.
You can apply for admission as a first-year, transfer, or returning student by using any one of the following applications:
Apply using the Common App.
We recognize that personal excellence can and should be evaluated by more than just academic achievement. Our holistic application review process allows us to consider more than just a student's academic profile, including factors like:
Academic Factors
Factors such as class rank, strength of curriculum, performance in curriculum, grade point average in required core academic courses and optional materials (resumé, and personal statement) will be considered for students’ admission. During the review process, students may be asked to provide additional information, such as 7th semester transcripts.
Extracurricular Factors
Other factors may include leadership, service, work experience and extracurricular activities; personal characteristics, attributes, and talents; and the ability to benefit from and contribute to a challenging learning environment. We are interested in learning much more about your preparedness, motivation, and potential in the unique context of your experience.
Your Application Essay
The inclusion of your personal narrative to the application gives you the opportunity to include unique life experiences and personal achievements in your application and the ability to explain weaker areas of your academic history or journey. Through this process, we create more comprehensive and individualized admission and scholarship decisions while providing context to areas of concern on a student’s transcript or academic record.