Frequently Asked Questions

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. Eligible students who apply by this date have a greater chance of receiving institutional 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?

It is very important to submit your application for housing immediately after you are admitted to ASU. Housing is not guaranteed. Students applying for fall semester must apply for housing before February 1 of the same calendar year for the best chance of receiving a residence hall assignment. Access www.asu.edu/reslife to apply for housing online.

Where do I get information about meal plans?

For more information, call 480/727-1439, or access Campus Dining at asucampusdining.com.

How do I sign up for New Student Orientation?

Newly admitted students are sent information about how to make a reservation to attend an orientation program. Students are encouraged to check with their college regarding the expectations of attending an orientation program. For more information, access asu.edu/admissions/orientation.

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 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 Registration and Tuition Payment Guide 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 Campus Health Service 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 Downtown Phoenix campus, see Downtown Phoenix Campus Student Services; for 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, the Honors College. See Barrett, the Honors College.