Understanding Tuition and Fees at ASU Polytechnic Campus

Costs are a key factor in any decision to invest in a university education. As a student at Arizona State University, your expenses will include tuition, which covers the cost of your classes and fees - charges associated with various services and facilities like technology access or the fitness center. Knowing the cost of your education is one thing, knowing when to submit applications, documents and payments is just as important.

Tuition Variations

ASU tuition costs vary on a number of things, the biggest being whether you are a resident or nonresident of Arizona. Exact tuition costs will depend on your program, transfer credits and course load. To determine your tuition and fees, visit our Tuition Estimator.

Resident Tuition: Students who have established that they are Arizona residents for tuition purposes typically attend college at a lower rate than out of state students. Students are asked to prove their residency status by meeting certain criteria. For resident students, the excess hours tuition is $169 per credit hour up to a maximum of $1,183 for enrollment in 7 or more credit hours.
Nonresident Tuition: Students who are not residents of Arizona will pay an out of state tuition rate. Some non-resident students may be eligible for reduced tuition through programs such as the Western Undergraduate Exchange. Residents of western states (other than Arizona) may enroll in the ASU WUE program at a tuition rate of 150% of Arizona base resident tuition plus all applicable fees for fall and spring terms. WUE programs are limited to select majors at ASU's Downtown Phoenix, Polytechnic and West Valley campuses. The WUE tuition rate is not available for ASU Online programs.
Online Tuition: Online tuition and fees are closely aligned with campus tuition and fees, and ASU doesn’t have out-of-state tuition for online students.

Common ASU Fees

ASU fees also vary by student type, but there are some fees, such as the athletics fee, that all students are required to pay. View a complete list of ASU fees. Colleges charge students various fees to support certain programs that in turn support students. These fees vary depending on the college. This is not a complete list of ASU student fees, but is intended to give you an idea of what they are and what they're for. ASU's student government leaders, on behalf of the students they represent, have sought and received ABOR approval for the Health and Wellness fee, Student Athletics fee, Student Programs fee, Student Services Facility fee, and Recreation fee. Funding from these fees will be used to enrich the student experience.

Recreation fee ($28): To support programs and services at the Sun Devil Fitness Complex.
Student Service Facility fee ($100): To build and refurbish common student spaces.
Student Programs fee ($35): For programs that support the student experience.
Health and Wellness fee ($80): For health and counseling services.
Student Athletic fee ($100): To support Sun Devil Athletics (and get free tickets in return).

Tuition and Program Fees for International Students

Often, the most expensive investment in your education abroad is tuition, which pays for all your classes while enrolled at ASU. Degree program length and program fees that international students can expect include:

Master’s degree from W. P. Carey School of Business: 9 or 16 months, $56,551-$66,696 (full program)
MBA from W. P. Carey School of Business: 21 months, $112,410 (full program)
Master of Global Management degree (from Thunderbird School): 21 months, $70,000 (full program)
Master’s degree from Ira A.

Your overall cost as an international student for attending ASU will depend on your program.

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Key Dates for Application and Payment

Knowing when to submit applications, documents, and payments is just as important as understanding the cost of your education. Below are some key dates to keep in mind:

Undergraduate Degree:
- Spring 2026 (January): Application deadline - November 17, I-20 request deadline - December 12
- Summer 2026 (May): Application deadline - March 28, I-20 request deadline - April 15
- Fall 2026 (August): Application deadline - June 23, I-20 request deadline - July 20
Barrett, The Honors College:
- Spring 2026 (January): Application deadline - December 1, I-20 request deadline - Same as above
- Fall 2026 (August): Application deadline - March 15, I-20 request deadline - Same as above
Graduate Degree:
- Spring 2026 (January): Application deadline - October 28, I-20 request deadline - December 12
- Summer 2026 (May): Application deadline - March 10, I-20 request deadline - April 15
- Fall 2026 (August): Application deadline - May 29, I-20 request deadline - July 20
ASU-USA Pathways Undergraduate:
- Spring 2026 (January): Application deadline - November 29, I-20 request deadline - December 12
- Fall 2026 (August): Application deadline - July 13, I-20 request deadline - July 20
English Language Program:
- Spring A 2026 (January): Application deadline - December 5, I-20 request deadline - December 12
- Spring B 2026 (March): Application deadline - February 9, I-20 request deadline - February 9
- Summer 2026 (May): Application deadline - April 8, I-20 request deadline - April 15
- Fall A 2026 (August): Application deadline - July 13, I-20 request deadline - July 20
- Fall B 2026 (October): Application deadline - September 8, I-20 request deadline - September 14

Some degrees e.g. in Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts, in College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Master of Laws LLM, and others have much earlier deadlines. For exact dates, please check the summary sheets.

Additional Costs and Considerations

Prices for on-campus student housing will vary from campus to campus. Undergraduates are expected to live on campus for their first year as an ASU undergraduate student. There are a range of dining options available for ASU students, and costs will vary based on the meal plan you select. All students living on an Arizona campus are required to have a meal plan. Depending on which ASU campus and program you join, university fees will differ accordingly.

Financial Aid and Scholarships

ASU scholarships help a greater number of academically qualified students graduate. Another great way for international students to lower their overall financial burden is through on-campus employment. Part-time on-campus jobs are also good for building up your résumé and developing important skills for career readiness.

In 2019, 72% of undergraduate students at Arizona State University-Polytechnic received financial aid through grants. Comparatively, 41% of undergraduate students received financial aid through loans.

Understanding Net Price and Savings

In 2019 Arizona State University-Polytechnic had an average net price - the price paid after factoring in grants and loans - of $11,447. Between 2018 and 2019, the average net price of Arizona State University-Polytechnic grew by 4.7%.

The net price shown is the total cost of attendance, including tuition, fees and room and board, less any gift aid your child receives. Gift aid includes grants, scholarships and any other money that does not need to be earned through work or repaid. Projected college costs assume a 2.95% annual increase in costs. Check out the best 529 college savings plans of 2026.

Most families will aim to save less than 100% of their total projected college costs. Your child may receive grants or scholarships towards college, and you may use loans or current income to pay a portion of the costs.

Student Debt and Loan Repayment

This is the total amount your child will have to pay back after graduation. It includes the amount borrowed (principal), plus any loan fees and interest accrued while they are in school or during the grace period before repayment begins. A good rule of thumb is to keep total debt less than your child's expected annual income. That way they should be able to afford to repay their loans in 10 years or less.

When helping your child evaluate student loan options, be sure to consider both the monthly loan payment and the total payments. The monthly payments can be reduced by extending the loan term, but your child will end up paying more over time in interest. A smarter way to reduce your child's future monthly payments is to start saving money well before college. Every dollar you save for your child will reduce the amount they will have to borrow and pay back with interest.

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Additional Financial Metrics

Household Income and Grants: The information provided indicates that with a household income between $0 - $30,000, the average 4-year cost is $2,473 after receiving $40,000 in grants and scholarships.
Student Debt vs. Annual Income: The example provided shows $1 in debt versus an annual income of $45,400. This illustrates the impact of savings on debt after graduation. The more you save, the less you'll have to borrow.
Loan Repayment Affordability: Anything less than 10% of your child's monthly income that goes into paying back student loan debt is considered affordable, 15% is a stretch, and anything over 20% is not recommended.

Key Statistics

2019 Undergraduate Tuition: $10,175
2019 Average Net Price: $11,447 (After Financial Aid)
2022 Default Rate: 0% on Student Loans
2019 Acceptance Rate: 83.7%
2019 Enrolled Students: 5,243
2019 Graduation Rate: 45%

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