University of Arizona

The University of Arizona, popularly known as UofA, is a top-ranking public research university in Tucson, Arizona. Established in 1885, it has become a pioneer in research, bringing more than $622 million in research investment each year.

Overview

The University of Arizona, founded in 1885, is a public research university in Tucson, Arizona, United States. It is the oldest university in Arizona and has been classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as a university with 'very high research activity'. UofA offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees across a broad spectrum of disciplines with over 100 majors. It has a student base of approximately 45,000 and is renowned for its programs in areas like Management Information Systems, Entrepreneurship, and the sciences. Committed to diversity, the university welcomes students from all 50 states and more than 110 nations. UofA also holds membership in the prestigious Association of American Universities, a collective of leading research universities in North America.