Arizona State University (ASU)

The University of Arizona or Arizona State University (ASU) is a public educational institution that has a state form of government. ASU has been counting its activities since its founding in 1885.

Simultaneously, it provides education and 63,000 students, and a teaching staff of 2,800 professionals. For students, full-time and distance learning is available online. Also there are exchange programs for teachers and students. The institution belongs to the largest universities and is among the 60 top universities in USA, having a high rating in education in the following areas:

• Natural Sciences;
• Engineering and technology;
• Medicine;
• Physics;
• Chemistry;
• Social sciencies;
• Economy;
• Computer science.

On the quality of education ASU is included in the TOP-200 universities of the world. The academic year at the University of Arizona is divided into two academic semesters.

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The teaching and administrative staff provide students with comprehensive support – from the moment they apply for admission to employment after completing their studies. From additional subject classes, individual career counseling to psychological support, adapting the curriculum to the abilities and needs of the student, any help is available to students of all directions.

One of the distinctive features of the university is the presence of more than 300 bachelor's and master's programs available for online study. With the help of an electronic portal, Personal Account and video communication programs, students receive a full range of professional knowledge, academic support and learning resources.

ASU has more than ten specialized colleges and schools offering training in a number of areas, including:

• Business
• Design, art,
• Engineering
• A global future,
• Global Management,
• Interdisciplinary Arts, Sciences,
• Journalism, mass communications,
• Public Service, Public Decisions,
• Pedagogy, Education,
• Jurisprudence.

ASU has dozens of research centers focused on innovation, improving the quality of life of the international community, and environmental sustainability. To date, the research staff of the centers are engaged in the following projects:

• The university is leading the Southwest Sustainability Innovation Engine, an NSF-funded initiative that will focus on ways to address the climate challenges facing the desert Southwest and spur the region's economic development.
• The ASU-led Southwest Advanced Prototyping Center aims to protect national security by accelerating the production of key semiconductor technologies and training the necessary workforce,
• Building on the achievements of the Sanford Harmony program, the new T. Denny Sanford Institute for Harmony will facilitate the development of new solutions, expand effective programs that support children's relationships and well-being.
• ASU's solar program provides an equivalent solar generation capacity of 55 MW DC, which has contributed to the university's goal of becoming carbon neutral by 2020, with zero greenhouse gas emissions from campus operations.

Depending on the program of study and the location of the campus, students choose their own housing on the territory of one of the universities.

Facilities:

• Access to the Internet
• Laundry
• Tv
• Gym
• Student room: standard rooms with bath, wardrobe, single bed, desk, chair, bookshelves, mirror
• Common areas: kitchen and relaxation area
• Bathroom: shared
• Location: within walking distance of the university, on campus or nearby.

Examples of residences with prices:

Taylor place

• Room for 2 people - $ 9440 per year
• Room for 1 with shared bathroom - $ 10180 per year
• Room for 1 with private bath - $ 10180 per year.

Students can individually choose a meal plan or eat on their own. Nutrition Plans:

• Unlimited meals - $ 5,510 per year
• 14 meals per week - $ 5180 per year
• 8 meals a week - $ 2970 a year.

Subject list: French, Accounting, Actuarial Science, Aerospace Studies Minor, Aerospace technology, African and African American Studies, American Studies, anthropology, Applied Computing, Architecture, Art, Asian Studies, BA, astrophysics, BA/BSc Geography, behavioral science, biochemistry, biology, Biomedical Sciences, biophysics, biotechnology, business, Business and management, chemical engineering, chemistry, Civic Leadership, Civil engineering, Communication, communications, Community Health, BS, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Cybersecurity, Dance, design, ecology, economics, Educational Studies, Electrical engineering, Electrical Techniques, Elementary Education, engineering, English BA/MA, English literature, Entrepreneurship, Environmental science, Fashion, Filmmaking, finance, Food and nutrition, Food Science, forensic science, Gender studies, General English, German, BA, Global research, Health & Exercise Science, health and human sciences, Health care, history, Honors College, Human Development, Human Systems Engineering, BS, humanitarian sciences, Information Technology, Interdisciplinary Studies, international trade, Italian, BA, Jewish Studies, journalism, kinesiology, Latin American Studies, law, letter, life sciences, linguistics, Machinery manufacturing, marketing, Materials Science, Mathematical Sciences, Mathematics (BS), Mathematics, BA, maths, Mechanical Engineering Technician, media, Medical Studies, BS, Medicine, music, Neuroscience, Nursing, B.S., Organizational Leadership, Pharmacology, philosophy, photography, physical education, Physics (BA), Physics, B.S., planning, Political science, politics, Pre-Law, Psychology, Recreation Therapy, Religious studies, rhetoric, Science and technology, Secondary Education, social sciencies, Social work, sociology, Software engineering, Spanish Studies, special education, Speech and Hearing Sciences, sports management, Statistics, Technical Communication, theatre studies, tourism, Urban Studies,  aeronautics

In their free time, students will be able to try their hand at creativity and sports, find like-minded people in clubs of interest, and master another hobby. The list of student clubs and sections is headed by:

1. Baseball

2. Golf

3. Cross country

4. Wrestling

5. Football

6. Gymnastics

7. Triathlon

8. Softball

9. Water polo

10. Lacrosse.

TOP interest clubs:

1. Forensic team

2. Math club

3. Antiquity Researchers Club

4. Community of writers

5. Community of psychologists

6. Time management

7. Association of Anthropologists

8. cooking school

9. Table games

10. Business club.

• ASU is a member of the Association of American Universities along with Harvard, Stanford and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
• More than 400 teachers have National Academy Awards, and some of them are Nobel Prize winners, which proves their professionalism,
• No2 in the U.S. in terms of employment among public universities,
• 83 high-ranking higher education programs included in the TOP-25, TOP-10 in the country,
• ASU is included in the TOP-10 universities that have received research patents for several years in a row,
• No1 in the U.S. News & World Report ranking for innovation, sustainability,
• Classification R1: "Doctoral Universities – Very High Research Activity",
• Collaboration with national and international organizations such as NASA, Pentagon,
• A multinational student community of more than 17,000 people from 130 countries.

The campus is located in Tempe, Arizona (USA). In the campus there is a student hostel, a library, catering facilities.

Arizona State University is a member of the Arizona University System, as well as the Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU) and the Open Courseware Consortium (OCW), the Sport affiliations and memberships of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and other associations and groups.

The cost of a year of study at ASU is:

• undergraduate programs = from $ 30522
• postgraduate programs (magistracy) = from $ 25046.

It is necessary to take into account the additional costs (price per year for bachelor / masters, respectively):

• room and board = $ 13184 / $ 11808
• study materials, books and study materials = $ 1300 / $ 1054
• shipping costs = about $ 1,376 / $ 3180
• personal and pocket expenses = from 1982 $ / 3628 $
• medical insurance = $ 2088
• visa fees = from $ 200.

Most of the stages of admission are available in an online format, which makes the process easier for international applicants. Candidates will have to:

• Fill out the online application form, provide the required documents,
• Pay the registration fee,
• Pass an interview, possible entrance tests,
• Receive an official invitation to enroll,
• Make deposits to book accommodation, place on the course,
• Arrive on campus to check into the residence, attend orientation events, start your studies.

The admissions staff provides comprehensive support to each applicant, helping in obtaining a long-term visa and at other stages of admission.

As of August 2022, ASU had 140,759 enrolled students (both in-person and online), a 4% increase from 2021. Of this total, about 79,000 applicants were enrolled full-time at one of the university's campuses, a 3.2% increase from 2021. According to U.S. News & World Report, in the 2022-2023 academic year, ASU accepted 88% of first-year applicants.

Every year, the number of graduates reaches more than 33,700 - these are new specialists in various fields who are employed in their specialization or continue their academic path within six months after completing their studies.

Admission to the university takes place on the basis of passed examinations and previous academic achievements. Anyone can apply to it (regardless of citizenship, religion, gender differences and other signs). About 13% of foreigners study at an educational institution. Usually the general competition is low. 90% of applicants enter the university.

For admission are provided data on the previous education: for applicants for bachelor's - this is a certificate, and for applicants to the places in the magistracy - a diploma. All documents must have a translation into English, certified by a notary. Also, the passing of language tests is mandatory. Information on the dates for receiving documents is better to get on the official website of the University of Arizona.

Cost of education

The cost of the year of study in ASU is 9000 USD (the price for undergraduate and graduate programs is the same). Students can apply for financial assistance provided by the school.

Most international students are not eligible for federal and state financial aid, but ASU offers its own aid options to fund their studies.

• The New American University ASU Merit-Based Scholarship is awarded to a limited number of qualified international undergraduate students who demonstrate high academic achievement,
• Scholarships of colleges, specialized schools – academic departments that are part of the university award awards to students who show distinctive abilities in the study of specialized subjects,
• Private scholarships may be available to students regardless of their immigration status.

Part-time work on campus is a great way to cover some of the costs: workspaces in study areas offer flexible hours, professional experience, opportunities to meet other students.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision