Arizona State University
Tempe, Arizona · Founded 1885
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About
A public research university and one of the largest in the United States by enrollment, spread across several campuses in the Phoenix metro area. ASU is known for access, scale and a strong online program.
History
Founded in 1885 as the Territorial Normal School to train teachers, it grew into a large multi-campus research university.
What stands out
- Multiple metro-Phoenix campuses plus a large online division
- Emphasis on access and inclusion alongside research
- Innovation and entrepreneurship programs
- Year-round warm, dry climate
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Campus life
A large, energetic campus culture centered in Tempe, with major athletics, hundreds of student organizations, and desert outdoor recreation nearby.