Official NCES IPEDS & Common Data Set Admissions Statistics (2025-2026 Cycle)
Home › Colleges › University of Arizona
Accessible Flagship Public research university Tucson, AZ

University of Arizona Acceptance Rate

Comprehensive admissions statistics, middle 50% SAT/ACT test score percentiles, GPA requirements, deadlines, and cost of attendance according to official NCES IPEDS and Common Data Set reports.

Official Acceptance Rate
86.8%

87 admitted per 100 applicants

Total Applicants
52,000
Undergraduate pool
Total Admitted
45,136
Offers extended
Enrolled Freshmen
9,000
Yield: 19.9%
Middle 50% SAT
1140-1360
25th-75th Percentile
Middle 50% ACT
21-28
Composite score
Average High School GPA
3.51
Unweighted 4.0 scale

Calculate Your Chances of Admission to University of Arizona

Simulate how your personal high school GPA and standardized test scores compare against UArizona's accepted cohort.

College Admissions Chances Calculator

Evaluate admission odds based on your GPA and SAT/ACT scores against official IPEDS benchmarks

100% Free • No Login Required
3.85
Composite SAT Score 1480
Harvard University
Institutional Acceptance Rate: 3.4%
Reach School
Estimated Admission Likelihood
6% - 10% (~2.4x baseline rate)
Reach (<35%) Target (35%-70%) Safety (>70%)
Academic Profile vs Middle 50% Benchmarks:
Your GPA vs School Avg
3.85 vs 3.98 Below Avg
Your SAT vs Mid-50%
1480 vs 1490-1580 Near 25th %
Strategic Recommendations for this College:

Loading personalized admissions advice...

UArizona Standardized Test Score Distributions

Breakdown of the 25th percentile (bottom quarter) vs 75th percentile (top quarter) of matriculated students.

SAT Middle 50% Distribution

1600 Scale
Composite Total Range 1140 – 1360
Reading & Writing (EBRW) 570 – 680
Math Section 560 – 680
Current Testing Policy Test-Optional

ACT & GPA Academic Benchmarks

36 Scale / 4.0 GPA
ACT Composite 25th Percentile 21
ACT Composite 75th Percentile 28
Average High School Unweighted GPA 3.51 / 4.00
Estimated Class Rank Top 10% of high school graduating class

Application Deadlines & Admissions Plans

Regular Decision (RD) Deadline Rolling (May 1)
Early Application Deadline November 1
Early Admissions Plan Type Early Action
Application Fee $50 (Fee waivers accepted)

Tuition & Estimated Cost of Attendance

In-State Tuition & Fees $13,200 / year
Out-of-State Tuition & Fees $39,600 / year
Institutional Type Public research university
Official Admissions Portal Visit UArizona

University of Arizona Admissions FAQ

Frequently asked questions regarding admission requirements, GPA, and test percentiles for UArizona.

What is the acceptance rate for University of Arizona?

The official undergraduate acceptance rate for University of Arizona (UArizona) is approximately 86.8%. For every 100 applicants, around 87 students are admitted, according to latest NCES IPEDS and Common Data Set reports.

What GPA do you need to get into UArizona?

Admitted students to UArizona typically have an average unweighted high school GPA of around 3.51 on a 4.0 scale. Most successful applicants take rigorous AP, IB, or Honors courses and rank in the top quartile of their graduating class.

What are the middle 50% SAT and ACT scores for UArizona?

The middle 50% SAT score range for admitted students is 1140 to 1360. For the ACT, the middle 50% composite score is 21 to 28. Scoring in the upper 75th percentile significantly increases your admissions chances.

What is the application deadline for University of Arizona?

The regular decision application deadline for University of Arizona is Rolling (May 1). Early applicants typically submit their materials by November 1 under the Early Action admissions plan.

Is UArizona test-optional in 2025-2026?

University of Arizona's testing policy status: Test-Optional. Please verify program-specific requirements on the official admissions portal before submitting.

Compare Similar Universities in Accessible Flagship

Tempe, AZ 89.8% Rate

Arizona State University

Mid-50% SAT: 1130-1350 • GPA: 3.54