Arizona State University at the West campus SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
ASU West is test-optional, but 71% of students submitted ACT scores, so a strong score can still give you useful evidence of fit. Aim for a 25 ACT or around a 1250 SAT to be near the top of the middle range, especially alongside a GPA around 3.5.
Data on this page is sourced from our college data partners and was last updated on July 9, 2026.
Arizona State University at the West campus facts and stats
Arizona State University at the West campus enrolls about 4,601 undergraduates in an urban campus setting. ASU West has an 86% freshman retention rate, which is above the national average of roughly 70%. Its 6-year graduation rate is 70%.
Phoenix, AZ
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Key Arizona State University at the West campus application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
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Early Action
Not offered
Early Decision
Not offered
Priority Deadline
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Coming soon
Test dates
August 22, 2026
Registration deadline: August 7, 2026
September 12, 2026
Registration deadline: August 28, 2026
October 3, 2026
Registration deadline: September 18, 2026
September 19, 2026
Registration deadline: August 14, 2026
October 17, 2026
Registration deadline: September 11, 2026
December 12, 2026
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026
If you choose to submit scores to test-optional ASU West, take your first SAT or ACT by the spring of junior year. Use the summer before senior year and the fall for retakes and superscoring, with the final fall retake timed so scores arrive before ASU West’s Regular Decision deadline.
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What you'll actually pay
At ASU West, in-state tuition is $11,478, while out-of-state tuition is $32,394. Use these figures as a starting point when comparing scholarships, grants, work-study, and family contribution.

At ASU West, out-of-state tuition is $32,394, while in-state tuition is $11,478. Room and board adds $15,178, so students should budget beyond tuition when estimating their full cost. Actual out-of-pocket costs can vary depending on financial need, grants, scholarships, and other aid eligibility.
Student life at Arizona State University at the West campus
15% of undergrads live on campus
Freshman housing: Guaranteed
No fraternity or sorority life on campus.
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