Arizona State University (ASU) was founded 1885, the history of Arizona State University is rich, bold and vibrant. The timeline below reflects an honored tradition of excellence and inclusion. While also celebrating the growth and development forged to meet – and make – the future. ASU is a comprehensive public research university, measured not by whom it excludes, but by whom it includes and how they succeed; advancing research and discovery of public value; and assuming fundamental responsibility for the economic, social, cultural and overall health of the communities it serves. With more than 800 degree programs to choose from. Taught by skilled, student-focused professors, students will have the knowledge, experiences and opportunities to deeply explore their interests.
Over the last 10 years, ASU has emerged as one of the country’s fastest-growing research universities. Among those with $100 million+ in annual research expenditures — ahead of the University of Chicago, Brown, Princeton and others. By redefining the 21st-century university as a knowledge enterprise. ASU has inspired its faculty and students to lead discovery. Most notably space exploration, electron microscopy, sustainability and human origins. ASU interdisciplinary, solutions-focused approach to research, entrepreneurship and economic development is centered on discovery. That matters and the fusion of intellectual disciplines in order to solve complex problems.
ASU is committed to helping students create success — not just academically, but throughout their lives. Learning to thrive means access to an education that inspires students to become universal learners. Who are capable of learning anything at any time. During their time in classrooms, laboratories and on campus, as well as after graduation. This approach is vital in a rapidly changing world where new careers are constantly evolving and emerging while others become obsolete. The university takes a “students-first” approach. Creating a variety of groundbreaking opportunities designed to help students learn and thrive in personalized ways. Studying at an innovation powerhouse delivers access to use-inspired technology. The vast resources of a Research I university and programs that are unique to students’ needs.
Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the country’s most innovative school, Arizona State University is where students and faculty work with NASA to develop, advance and lead innovations in space exploration. This is where Nobel laureates and Pulitzer Prize winners teach master learners. This is where nationally ranked and internationally ranked programs prepare next-generation innovators to thrive while advancing pioneering research, strategic partnerships, entrepreneurship and economic development.
ASU’s nationally ranked programs inspire the top-qualified graduates and have positioned the university as a “top-tier” recruiting and hiring institution by more than 50 of the country’s top corporations, according to professional recruiters and rankings services around the world. ASU graduates more than 20,000 thinkers, innovators and master learners every year. Take a deeper look at how ASU is building the next generation of leaders. Four Fortune 500 companies and 13 Fortune 1000 companies are headquartered in metro Phoenix (this means tons of internship and networking opportunities). It’s no wonder that Phoenix is ranked a top 10 city for millennials by moving.com.
Location
Arizona (USA)
As the fifth-largest city in the nation, Phoenix has something for everyone. Beautiful weather and a bustling metropolis provide Sun Devils with plenty of career opportunities, places to eat and hangout, and nearly endless outdoor activities. Phoenix offers something for everybody: museums, concerts, art galleries, cultural festivals, sports and more. Visit the epicenter of Phoenix’s art scene at First Fridays, steps away from ASU’s Downtown Phoenix campus. Or catch your favorite bands — Phoenix boasts venues from two arenas that feature A-list stars to small clubs that showcase local independent artists. And if history is your thing, Phoenix’s many museums make the Southwest culture come alive.
Arizona State University embraces diversity beyond just the faces you’ll see on campus. The four metro Phoenix campuses offer a variety of experiences, looks and feels. Whether you prefer to be in the heart of a big metropolitan city (the nation’s fifth largest to be exact), can’t wait to show off your ASU spirit at all of the home football games, or want a more quiet, serene setting — there’s a campus for them.
As an ASU student they will have exceptional opportunities to meet new people, travel to far away places, explore new subjects and discover all that learning has to offer. And since you’ll be in or near the nation’s fifth-largest city with some of the most beautiful weather, students can enjoy professional sporting events, arts and culture, outdoor life, and take advantage of the close proximity to major employers. ASU and the Phoenix area really do have it all. Students lead more than 1,000 student clubs and organizations.
ASU 5 campuses:
- Tempe, Arizona (USA)
The historic Tempe campus offers hundreds of majors. That engage undergraduates and graduates in multidisciplinary research and exploration in first-rate laboratories and facilities. Sun Devil Stadium and ASU’s other Pac-12 athletic venues contribute to the spirit-filled energy on campus.
- Downtown Phoenix campus, Arizona (USA)
ASU’s Downtown Phoenix campus is home to students preparing for careers. Whether in health care, law, government, nonprofit and public social service, arts and sciences, journalism, media, and the corporate sector.
- West campus, Arizona (USA)
ASU’s West campus blends a liberal arts education with 21st- century leadership preparation. In its more than 50 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. The beautiful architecture and courtyards on campus make it the perfect setting. Students can enjoy the sun and study outside on the lawn.
- Polytechnic campus, Arizona (USA)
The ASU Polytechnic campus is home for students studying integrative sciences and arts, engineering, management, technology, and education.
- ASU@ Lake Havasu City, Arizona (USA)
ASU@Lake Havasu, located on the California state line. Offers undergraduate degrees in technology, psychology, health, environmental sciences, criminal justice, organizational leadership and political science.
Moreover, ASU also reach out to create other campuses outside Arizona as well – Washington D.C. and China which specialized in Business School.
School & Faculty
- P. Carey School of Business
- Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts,
- Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College,
- Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering,
- School for the Future of Innovation in Society
- College of Health Solutions
- Honors: Barrett, The Honors College at ASU
- College of Integrative Sciences and Arts
- New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences
- Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication
- Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law
- The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation
- Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions
- School of Sustainability
- Thunderbird School of Global Management
- University College
