University of Arizona

University of Arizona Degree Programs

The University of Arizona encourages students to plan for what might be, what will be and to prepare for things that should never be in order to make a future that is bright for everyone. The University understands that people do more when they work across backgrounds skills and perspectives. They offer a wide range of degree programs designed to prepare graduates who will make a difference. The most popular programs are Biomedical Engineering and Marketing.

The undergraduate biomedical engineering degree provides students with an understanding of the design and construction of imaging machines as well as advanced prosthetics used to improve processes for genomic testing. The program focuses on how biomedical engineers bridge the medical and engineering worlds to improve healthcare. Students are able to concentrate their studies in the following areas:

• Biomaterials

• Biomechanics

• Biosensors and Microtechnologies

The University of Arizona offers an undergraduate marketing degree that provides the foundational skills to be successful in a wide range of careers. Students are taught using experiential learning built into a curriculum that exposes them to challenges that relate to today's business world. Students gain an understanding of product management, marketing communication, digital marketing as well as marketing policies and operations. They can gain hands-on experience by joining several organizations including the American Marketing Association, AdCats, Eller Professional Sales Club and the Sports Marketing Association.

The Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering integrates engineering with biology and medicine. Students are provided a wide range of research opportunities in areas such as Bioinformatics, Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering, Neuroengineering, Nanomedicine and more. The program uses time-tested technologies, principles, and tools that provide students with a broad understanding of the field. Students gain a solid theoretical foundation in science and engineering as well as hands-on skills for designing and building biomedical devices, instruments, and systems. They learn the knowledge necessary to contribute to improving healthcare as well as how to create better and more cost-effective technologies designed to prevent, detect and treat health issues

The Master in Marketing program, the only one available in Arizona, provides students with an understanding of pricing strategies and how to build integrated marketing plans. They also gain an understanding of conducting market research. The program can be completed in between 12 and 16 months if attending full-time. The curriculum includes knowledge in creating relationship marketing campaigns and the best practices for international marketing. Courses include Management of Marketing Communications, Relationship Marketing, Product Strategy and Marketing Research for Managers.

The Ph.D. in Marketing program instructs students in methods in marketing and the core-disciplines as well as helping them develop specialized sub-topics within the marketing field. The coursework draws heavily on psychology, economics, management, sociology, and other behavioral sciences. Students develop a strong foundation in theory formulation, research design, and methodical skills. The program takes an average of five years to complete.

The doctoral degree in biosystems engineering at the University of Arizona offers students the ability to learn and research in fields such as Controlled Environment Agriculture, Water Resources and Food, Bioproducts, and Renewable Energy. The program provides students with an understanding of the technologies used for the safe production of food, bioenergy, bioproducts and biological information for sustainable use of arid and semi-arid environments. The program focuses on biological systems and water-related issues such as irrigation and water quality. Students learn to optimize growth conditions, find alternative fuel and feed sources, irrigate crops sustainably and analyze big data sets generated from sensors and controls.

About the University of Arizona

In 1885, the University of Arizona was established by territorial legislation. Jacob S. Manfield, who had been appointed to the new Board of Regents for the school walked into the desert and chose a site for the University. Initially, the owners of the land, W.S. "Billy" Read, E.B. Gifford, and Ben C. Parker, resisted donating the land but were finally convinced to turn it over in 1886.

The first year, 32 students enrolled at the school although only six of them were admitted as college students. The remainder were entered into a preparatory school due to a lack of high schools in the Arizona territory. Students in the preparatory school outnumbered the college for the next 17 years.

Today, the University of Arizona receives more than $580 million in research investment each year and has been ranked in the top 20 for employability of graduates.

University of Arizona Accreditation Details

The University of Arizona is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Accreditation indicates that the school undergoes periodic evaluation to confirm that programs offered are of the highest standards as determined by criteria set forth by the Association. If any areas are deemed as needing improvement during the review are addressed as soon as possible. In addition to regional accreditation, the University of Arizona is accredited by the following program-specific accrediting agencies:

• Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care

• Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology

• Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education

• Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education

• Advisory Committee for International Scholars

• Air Force Institute of Technology

• American Assembly of Collegiate Schools of Business

• American Association of Museums

• American Association of Poison Control Centers

• American Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians

• American Chemical Society

• American Council on Pharmaceutical Education

• American Dietetic Association

• American Library Association

• American Meteorological Society

• American Planning Association

• American Psychological Association

• American Society of Health-System Pharmacists for Residency Accreditation

• American Society of Landscape Architects

• American Speech-Language-Hearing Association

• Association for the Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care International

• Association for the Education and Rehabilitation of the Blind and visually Impaired

• Association of American Law Schools and American Bar Association

• Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education

• Commission on Rehabilitation Education

• Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications

• Council for Education on the Deaf

• Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology

• Council on Education for Public Health

• Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications

• Council on Rehabilitation Education

• International Association for Management Education

• International Association of Counseling Services

• Liaison Committee on Medical Education

• National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Services

• National Architectural Accrediting Board

• National Association of Schools of Art & Design

• National Association of Schools of Dance

• National Association of Schools of Music

• National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration

• National Association of Schools of Theatre

• National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education

• National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, National Weather Service

• Planning Accreditation Board

• Society for Range Management

University of Arizona Application Requirements

Applicants who have not earned college credit after high school must provide official high school transcripts as well as official ACT or SAT scores. Applicants who have earned 12 or more credits after high school graduation must submit official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended. If they are under the age of 22, they must also provide official high school transcripts.

Graduate applicants must provide official transcripts from all colleges or universities and must hold a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university. They must have a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 and some programs require the submission of official GRE, GMAT or MAT scores.

Tuition and Financial Aid

Full-time undergraduate tuition is $11,400 for Arizona residents and $32,800 for non-residents. Full-time graduate tuition is $12,000 for Arizona residents and $30,400 for non-residents.

Financial aid is available and over 86 percent of undergraduate students receive a financial aid package. Students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in order to qualify for grants, scholarships, loans or work-study. Graduate students may be offered assistantships or fellowships as well.

The University of Arizona continuously improves how they educate and innovate in order to lead the way in creating graduates who are problem-solvers.