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Cost of Attendance · 2026–27
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 2026–27 figures for AZ residents. Always verify with the school's financial aid office.
| School | Tuition | Fees | Room + Board | Total CoA | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ASU Arizona State University | $12,177 | $1,357 | $18,819 | $33,673 | Scholarships |
UA University of Arizona | $12,168 | $1,738 | $17,770 | $32,276 | Scholarships |
NAU Northern Arizona University | $12,000 | $1,625 | $11,400 | $25,925 | Scholarships |
GCU Grand Canyon University | $16,500 | $1,420 | $11,362 | $30,368 | 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 | $2,910 | $30 | $1,000 | $3,940 |
PCC Pima Community College | $3,090 | $280 | $950 | $4,320 |
Example: ASU student with 3.5 GPA, Pell-eligible = NAUS ($8K) + Pell ($7.4K) + outside scholarship ($2K) = $17.4K/yr in aid against a $13.5K tuition-and-fees bill. Net cost: near zero.
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