Arizona State University tuition and dates for international students
Costs are a key factor in any decision to invest in a university education. Here you’ll find an overview of the types of fees for international students at ASU and information regarding important deadlines.
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Students must consider the following costs:
- Tuition: the cost of your classes, and likely the most expensive element of your education
- Student housing: the cost of your room while living in Arizona
- Meal plan: the cost of your access to campus dining as an ASU student
- Program and College fees: the cost of instruction above the tuition amount
- Student services fees: the cost of access to facilities and services designed to enrich the student experience
- Health insurance: the cost of health-care coverage while enrolled as a student at ASU
- Books, course materials, supplies and equipment: the cost of course-related textbooks, workbooks and other classroom and/or lab materials
- Personal expenses: spending money for expenses while living in Arizona, including local travel, groceries, restaurants and more
Cost of tuition for international students
Often, the most expensive investment in your education abroad is tuition, which pays for all your classes while enrolled at ASU. Tuition prices vary by campus and program.
Tuition costs for international undergraduate students (2026–27)
| Undergraduate program | Length | International student tuition and program fees |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate degree at Fulton Schools of Engineering on Polytechnic campus | 4 years | $37,346 per year |
| Undergraduate degree in New College on West Valley campus | 4 years | $35,156 per year |
| All other undergraduate degrees at Downtown Phoenix, Polytechnic, Tempe, and West Valley campuses, or ASU California Center | 4 years | $39,062–$41,252 per year |
| ASU-USA Pathways | 4 months (1 semester) | $18,024–$19,652 |
| ASU-USA Pathways | 12 months (3 semesters) | $45,055–$46,683 |
| Earned Pathways | 3 semester Pathways + 8- or 16-week ELP | $46,297–$49,397 |
| English Language Program (on-campus) | 6 levels: 8 weeks each | $2,950 per level |
| English Language Program (online) | 6 levels: 8 weeks each | $600 per level |
Tuition costs for international graduate students (2026–27)
| Graduate program | Length | International student tuition and program fees |
|---|---|---|
| Master’s degree from W. P. Carey School of Business | 9 or 16 months | $57,537–$70,905 for full 9-month program |
| MBA from W. P. Carey School of Business | 21 months | $119,650 (full program) |
| Master of Global Management degree (from Thunderbird School) | 21 months | $76,300 (full program) |
| Master’s degree from Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering | 1–2 years | $52,488–$76,990 (full program) |
| Master of Laws (LLM) degree | 2 semesters | $59,575 (full program) |
| Master’s degrees from other graduate schools (based on 12 credits per semester) | 12–30 months (24–60 credits) | From $42,825 per academic year |
| English Language Program (on-campus) | 6 levels: 8 weeks each | $2,950 per level |
| English Language Program (online) | 6 levels: 8 weeks each | $600 per level |
Additional costs
When you attend ASU, you’ll also need to cover other costs, such as your student housing, meal plan, university fees and books and class materials, as well as some spending money for travel and activities.
Student housing
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. Student housing is also available for graduate students, though it is not guaranteed.
Housing costs per year (2026–27)
| Location | Undergraduate residences | Graduate residences |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona campuses | $8,752–$13,324 | $5,730–$23,082 |
| ASU California Center | $18,788–$19,908 | none available |
Food and meal plans
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. The maximum amount shown in the table below is for an “unlimited” meal plan.
| Location | Price (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Arizona campuses | $7,346 |
| California Center | $6,191 |
Program and service fees
Depending on which ASU campus and program you join, university fees will differ accordingly. Below are fee ranges for 2026–27.
- Undergraduate College fee: $0–$2,190
- Undergraduate student services fees: $392-$1,007
- Graduate program fee: $0–$28,080
- Graduate student services fees: $1,307
- Visa administration fee (charged to all international students): $400
Also consider:
It’s mandatory for all international students in the USA to have health insurance for the duration of their studies. At ASU, for all new international students, health insurance costs $3,409 for the 2026-27 academic year.
Key to your education are the course materials used by professors in your classes. These materials include things like textbooks, workbooks, notebooks, highlighters, pens and pencils, calculators and more. We estimate the total cost of books and supplies to be roughly $1,320 per year for undergraduates and $1,908 for graduate students.
How much money a student spends on travel and other personal expenses will vary.
Total estimated expenses for international students
Your overall cost as an international student for attending ASU will depend on your program. Below are estimated total expenses for undergraduate students and graduate students.
Estimated annual international undergraduate expenses (2026–27)
| Cost item | International student costs at Arizona campuses |
|---|---|
| Base tuition | $39,062 |
| Housing and food (on campus) | $18,819 |
| Standard university fees | $1,757 |
| Undergraduate college fee | $0–$2,190 |
| Health insurance | $3,409 |
| Books and supplies | $1,320 |
| Transportation | $1,650 |
| Personal | $2,343 |
| Estimated total expenses | $68,360–$70,550 |
Estimated annual international graduate expenses (2026–27)
| Cost Item | International student costs at Arizona campuses |
|---|---|
| Base tuition (24 credits) | $42,476 |
| Housing and food (on campus) | $21,087 |
| Standard university fees | $2,057 |
| Health insurance | $3,409 |
| Books and supplies | $1,908 |
| Transportation | $3,696 |
| Personal | $4,785 |
| Estimated total expenses | $79,418 |
Important dates to know
Knowing the cost of your education is one thing, knowing when to submit applications, documents and payments is just as important. Below are some key dates to keep in mind. For a full list of application and I-20 deadlines, please see our comprehensive summary sheets.
Program starts
| Program | Fall semester | Spring semester | Summer semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor’s degree | August | January | May |
| Master’s degree | August | January* | May* |
| Undergraduate Pathways | August | January | |
| English Language Program | August and October | January and March | May |
Other important dates
Spring 2027
| Program | Classes start | Standard application deadline** | I-20 request deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate degree | January 11, 2027 | November 16, 2026 | December 11, 2026 |
| Graduate degree | January 11, 2027 | October 30, 2026 | December 11, 2026 |
| ASU-USA Pathways | January 11, 2027 | December 4, 2026 | December 11, 2026 |
| English Language Program – Campus immersion | January 11, 2027 March 5, 2027 | December 4, 2026 February 8, 2027 | December 11, 2026 February 12, 2027 |
| English Language Program – Online immersion | January 11, 2027 March 12, 2027 | January 4, 2027 March 8, 2027 | Not needed |
Summer 2027
| Program | Classes start | Standard application deadline** | I-20 request deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate degree | May 17, 2027 | April 18, 2027 | December 11, 2026 |
| Graduate degree | May 17, 2027 | April 17, 2027 | December 11, 2026 |
| ASU-USA Pathways | No intake | ||
| English Language Program – Campus immersion | May 17, 2027 | April 10, 2027 | April 16, 2027 |
| English Language Program – Online immersion | May 17, 2027 | May 8, 2027 | not needed |
Fall 2027
| Program | Classes start | Standard application deadline** | I-20 request deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate degree | August 19, 2027 | June 30, 2027 | July 20, 2027 |
| Barrett, The Honors College | August 19, 2027 | March 15, 2027 | July 20, 2027 |
| Graduate degree | August 19, 2027 | June 1, 2027 | July 20, 2027 |
| ASU-USA Pathways | August 19, 2027 | July 12, 2027 | July 19, 2027 |
| English Language Program – Campus immersion | August 19, 2027 October 14, 2027 | July 12, 2027 September 7, 2027 | July 19, 2027 September 14, 2027 |
English Language Program – Online immersion | August 19, 2027 October 14, 2027 | August 12, 2027 October 7, 2027 | Not needed |
Scholarships
ASU scholarships help a greater number of academically qualified students graduate. You are automatically considered for merit-based partial tuition scholarships during your application for admission, and there are also scholarships that master’s-level applicants can apply for separately.
$21,000 average awarded to master’s students
who apply for the Thunderbird School of Global Management scholarship
Up to $10,000 merit scholarships
awarded by automatic consideration to master’s students at ASU
Up to $16,000 renewable tuition scholarship
available for first-year undergraduates at Tempe and Downtown Phoenix campuses, and the ASU California Center location
Up to $20,000 renewable tuition scholarship
available for first-year undergraduates at West Valley and Polytechnic campuses
Up to $14,000 renewable scholarships
available for transfer students at West Valley and Polytechnic campuses
Up to $10,000 renewable scholarships
available for transfer students at Tempe and Downtown Phoenix campuses, and the ASU California Center location
Additional $2,000 renewable scholarship
available for students enrolling for the 2026-27 academic year at ASU California Center
Student employment
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. Many international students take advantage of the opportunity to work part-time while earning their degree.
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Includes:
- US and Canadian Universities tuition booklet
- ASU summary sheet
