Amplifying your impact through Arizona State University Arizona State University is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the #1 most innovative school in the nation for the 11th consecutive year. ASU’s nationally ranked programs produce highly qualified graduates who are prepared to excel across a wide range of industries.
University highlights
#1
in innovation
194k+
5.4k+ faculty including Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and Fulbright U.S. Scholars
81 top ranked degree programs
Total annual enrollment 2024–25
for online Top 5 nationally bachelor’s programs
A powerful research and innovation engine ASU ranks in the top 5 in the U.S. for research expenditures among universities without a medical school — ahead of Caltech, Princeton and Carnegie Mellon. 6,800+ expert researchers $1B+ in total research expenditures (FY24) 250+ ASU-affiliated startups, generating $2B+ in Arizona economic output $1.4B in external funding raised by ASU startups
A scalable, diverse talent pipeline
5,000+ invention disclosures*
ASU ranks #2 in employability among U.S. public universities and is a top-tier hiring institution for more than 50 major corporations, producing career-ready graduates across engineering, computing, business, design, sustainability, science and the arts.
1,500+ U.S.-issued patents*
A strong workforce and economic catalyst
17.9k+
43k+ graduate and professional students
*July 1, 2002–June 30, 2024
international students
2024–25 enrollment
150k+ Undergraduate students
165k+ countries represented
36.5% first generation students
Economic uncertainty. AI disruption. Global volatility. Today's business climate demands speed, agility and strategic thinking. ASU can help you thrive.
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ASU is one of Arizona’s largest employers, with 21,750+ employees driving major economic impact and workforce development across the state.
➔ $6.1B annual economic impact on Arizona (FY24) ➔ 55,000+ jobs supported statewide ➔ 300,000+ ASU graduates contributing to Arizona’s workforce ➔ $24.1B in annual earnings by ASU graduates ➔ $1.78–$2.01B in annual state and local taxes generated by ASU graduates