Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply to ASU?

Complete an application at www.asu.edu/apply. Have all required transcripts and test scores sent directly to

undergraduate admissions

PO BOX 870112

TEMPE AZ 85287-0112

For more information, see Undergraduate Admission ; or call the Polytechnic campus at 480/727-3278, the Downtown Phoenix and Tempe campuses at 480/965-7788, or the West campus at 602/543-8203.

Can I transfer college credit?

ASU accepts college-level (not remedial) course credit in which you have earned a grade of “C” (4.00=A) or higher from regionally accredited institutions. It is up to the ASU college or school of your major to determine how transferable courses fulfill degree requirements at ASU. You must be admitted to ASU before an academic advisor can evaluate your transcripts. You may transfer up to 64 credits from a two-year college. While there is no limit to the number of courses that you may transfer from a regionally accredited, four-year institution, you must earn a minimum of 30 semester hours at ASU to receive a degree from ASU.

What if I have a disability or am a veteran?

If you have a disability and will be requesting academic accommodations, at the Tempe campus see Disability Resource Center, at the West campus see Margaret Francis Disability Resource Center (DRC) ; see also Applicants with Disabilities. If you’re a student who is a veteran using GI benefits, see Veterans Services.

How do I get financial aid?

In addition to applying for admission, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by the March 1 ASU priority filing date. If you apply after this date, you are considered a late applicant and are less likely to receive some aid types, including grants, Federal Work-Study, and Federal Perkins loans. You may complete an electronic application at www.fafsa.ed.gov or obtain a paper FAFSA from any high school or college in your community, or from the ASU Student Financial Assistance office. See Student Financial Assistance, and Financial Aid.

How do I apply for campus housing?

Once you have been admitted, you should apply for campus housing. The priority deadline of February 1 is important to keep in mind because campus housing is not guaranteed. For more information, at the Tempe campus see Residential Life, call 480/965-3515, or access the Residential Life Web site at www.asu.edu/studentaffairs/reslife. For the West campus, see West Campus Housing, call 602/543-CASA, or access the Web site at www.west.asu.edu/lascasas.

Where do I get information about meal plans?

For more information, call 480/965-3464, or access the Campus Dining Web site at www.asucampusdining.com.

How do I sign up for orientation?

Students are expected to complete orientation. The program provides answers to your questions about class registration, student IDs, on-campus housing, student activities, and more. Learn more and register at www.asu.edu/admissions/orientation. Tempe transfer students should complete orientation online at www.asu.edu/admissions/transferorientation.

How do I get an ID, and what about parking?

See Proof of Identification, about obtaining an ASU student ID card. If you are planning to park at any of the ASU campuses, you must purchase a parking decal. See Parking Decals. Polytechnic campus students may obtain student ID cards in the Union and parking decals in the Student Affairs Complex, Bldg. 350.

What about placement examinations and university testing requirements?

See Placement Examinations, and University Testing Requirements.

Before I register for classes, how do I get an advisor?

Call the college of your major to schedule an appointment with an academic advisor. See Academic Advising. Access ASU’s Academic Advising Directory at uc.asu.edu/advising/directory.

When and how do I register?

See the Schedule of Classes for registration procedures and dates, or access registration information online at www.asu.edu/registrar. Remember that you must first provide proof of measles immunity to the Student Health and Wellness Center before you can register for classes. See Immunization Requirements.

Once I am registered, how can I ensure my success at ASU?

Consider enrolling in UNI 100. See University College.

What’s left to do now that the business is taken care of?

Become involved by getting to know professors, joining student organizations, and taking advantage of the many cultural, recreational, and social opportunities. For more information about the Polytechnic campus, see Polytechnic Campus Student Services ; for Tempe campus, see Tempe Campus Student Services ; for the West campus, see West Campus and Student Services. Investigate the challenges and advantages of the Barrett Honors College. See The Barrett Honors College.