Arizona State University

If you are planning on applying to ASU Tempe, the application fee is $50.

Students who apply to ASU Tempe for fall should hear back from ASU Tempe by August 1.

ASU Tempe Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of ASU Tempe's admissions stats.

ASU Tempe 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.5
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	28.4%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Waitlist	No

Arizona State University at Tempe Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Arizona State University at Tempe.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	No	––	––

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ASU Tempe does not offer early decision or early action.

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Transferring to Arizona State University at Tempe

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to ASU Tempe

ASU Tempe has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into ASU Tempe?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are they consider most important in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at ASU Tempe

What does ASU Tempe consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Class Rank	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Important
State Residency	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered

Make sure to check with ASU Tempe for more information on admission factors.

ASU Tempe 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to ASU Tempe, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with ASU Tempe's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement			√
Interview
Other Requirements			√	additional requirements for Honors College and certain majors
Transcript(S) of College Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	3.0
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into ASU Tempe?

Students admitted to ASU Tempe have an average unweighted GPA of 3.5.

Out of all students that were admitted, 65.2% submitted a class rank. At ASU Tempe 28.4% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 57.6% were in the top 25% and 85.3% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Arizona State University at Tempe, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	9.1%
3.75 and 3.99	26.9%
3.50 and 3.74	24.7%
3.25 and 3.49	17.3%
3.00 and 3.24	12.9%
2.50 and 2.9	8.1%
2.00 and 2.49	0.9%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to ASU Tempe directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

ASU Tempe considers ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

ASU Tempe has a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

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More Information on Transferring to Arizona State University at Tempe

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to ASU Tempe.

Transfer students can enroll in ASU Tempe during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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ASU Tempe Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to ASU Tempe?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to ASU Tempe.

Does ASU Tempe accept transfer credits?

✅ ASU Tempe accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. ASU Tempe accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does ASU Tempe accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ ASU Tempe accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to ASU Tempe?

❌ No, ASU Tempe is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you should strongly consider submitting them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is ASU Tempe's acceptance rate?

✅ ASU Tempe has an acceptance rate of 88%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at ASU Tempe?

❌ ASU Tempe does not offer early decision.

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