Loading
Cost of Attendance · 2025–26
Tuition, fees, room and board, and total cost of attendance for Arizona's four-year universities and community colleges — side by side, for AZ residents.
Approximate 2025–26 figures for AZ residents. Always verify with the school's financial aid office.
| School | Tuition | Fees | Room + Board | Total CoA | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ASU Arizona State University | $12,680 | $914 | $13,200 | $27,894 | Scholarships |
UA University of Arizona | $13,878 | $1,124 | $12,700 | $28,702 | Scholarships |
NAU Northern Arizona University | $12,534 | $800 | $11,400 | $25,634 | Scholarships |
GCU Grand Canyon University | $20,670 | $350 | $10,400 | $32,620 | Scholarships |
Community colleges are the most affordable path in Arizona — and many students transfer to ASU, UA, or NAU after two years with significant scholarship eligibility.
| School | Tuition | Fees | Books | Total (commuter) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
MCCCD Maricopa Community Colleges | $2,640 | $400 | $1,000 | $4,040 |
PCC Pima Community College | $2,400 | $280 | $950 | $3,630 |
Example: ASU student with 3.5 GPA, Pell-eligible = NAUS ($8K) + Pell ($7.4K) + outside scholarship ($2K) = $17.4K/yr in aid against a $13.6K tuition bill. Net cost: near zero.
What to do next