Prospective Students

Thank you for your interest in attending graduate school at the University of Arizona. Below you will find a great deal of information that will help you to determine which program(s) match your interests, how to apply, and what to expect after you have finished the application process.

If you would like a general orientation about applying to graduate school, including suggestions for choosing the right school, degree and progam for you, common application requirements, and where to seek funding for your graduate education, read this presentation on applying to graduate school in PDF format.  For data on the economic payoff, see this new report.

Please keep in mind that, for some graduate programs, prospective students must apply to both the Graduate College and to their department of interest.  It is recommended that you review your intended department’s website to verify whether an additional departmental application for your graduate program is needed. 

On the Graduate College website you will find descriptions and requirements of each program offered at the University of Arizona, and each description has a link to the website of the associated department or program. We encourage you to read these descriptions carefully before following the links.

• About UA Grad College
• Admissions Requirements
• Application Procedures
• Apply Now
• Costs and Fees
• Financial Resources
• Diversity Programs
• Admissions FAQ
• Peace Corps Fellows/USA Program at the UA
• Veterans Education & Transition Services
• Family Friendly Policies
  • Parental Leave for Graduate Assistants
  • TADA (Temporary Alternative Duty Assignments for GAs)
  • Time to Degree Extensions
  • Other Resources for Student Parents

Please contact us if you have any questions not addressed here.