ASU Preparatory Academy

ASU Preparatory Academy, founded in 1885, is a public research university operating under a New American University model. It enrolls over 85,000 students from all 50 states and more than 165 countries, indicating a significant scale and diverse community.

The university offers over 800 undergraduate and graduate degree programs across 16 colleges and more than 170 cross-disciplinary centers. Its research initiatives focus on domains such as space, sustainability, health, security, and education, with annual investments exceeding $1 billion.

Geographically based in Tempe, Arizona, and the Phoenix metropolitan area, it also provides global access through ASU Online. The institution is ranked as the most innovative university in the country and leads in sustainability, with a culture that prioritizes inclusion and student success.