Congratulations on receiving Arizona State University’s New American University President's award.
This scholarship is one of ASU's most prestigious awards.
Receiving this award signifies ASU's investment in you and your ability to tackle fresh academic challenges and contribute to the university community. We want you here. And we want to help you be successful, fulfilled and engaged during your student experience and on into a fulfilling future. Your journey at ASU is an opportunity to learn, explore and make a positive difference in the world.
Everyone’s tuition differs depending on a number of factors such as what you study, whether you live on campus and more. While tuition costs vary, receiving a President's award means that about 75% of your tuition is covered, reducing the need for student loans or paying out-of-pocket expenses.
When comparing offers from other universities, it’s important to note that your President's award is renewable every semester for eight semesters, as long as you remain eligible. Some scholarships at other universities are one-time scholarships and don’t cover costs for your entire college experience.
This scholarship is worth $36,000 in financial assistance over the course of four years — distributed evenly over each year at $9,000 per year ($4,500 per semester for eight semesters).
One university in many places
Students who are admitted to ASU's West Valley or Polytechnic campus are also eligible to receive
Students who are admitted to ASU's West Valley or Polytechnic campus are also eligible to receive an additional campus-based scholarship, making the cost of college even more affordable. If you've been admitted to ASU's Tempe or Downtown Phoenix campus, you can submit a request to change your major to a program on the West Valley or Polytechnic campus. Once approved, your scholarship amounts will be adjusted.
Students at ASU's West Valley or Polytechnic campuses will receive an additional $2,000 per year ($1,000 per semester for eight semesters) in financial assistance.
Changes in program, residency or campus may result in a scholarship amount adjustment.
Why choose ASU?
High-quality academics
When President Michael Crow came to ASU more than 20 years ago, he set out to design a university that was not only accessible to any student who wanted a college education, but that also offered an exceptionally high-quality academic experience. Under President Crow’s leadership, ASU became noted for excellence and accessibility. Here you’ll find that a wide range of ASU academic programs rank highly among some of the nation’s and world’s most prestigious academic institutions. Add to that our No. 1 rankings in innovation, global impact and sustainability, and you’ve got a university that is committed to excellence in all that it does.
A top choice for National Merit Finalists
Students who are named National Merit Finalists are eligible for ASU's New American University National Scholar award of $16,000 per year. After the first year, the award is renewable for an additional three years, worth $64,000 over four years at ASU. Students are required to select ASU as their first-choice institution with the National Merit Scholarship Corporation by May 1, 2024. Upon that, ASU will upgrade the award.
Why stay in Arizona?
Exceptional students from all over the state choose to stay in Arizona and attend ASU because right here in your home state you have access to one of the best-ranked universities — not just in the country, but in the entire world.
No matter what you study or how you want your college experience to look, ASU offers an unbelievable amount of opportunities. Because of its location in metro Phoenix, the fifth-largest city in the nation, you can take part in ASU's exclusive partnerships with businesses and organizations throughout the city, or gain on-the-job experience in an internship in your field of study. Many of these types of opportunities simply don’t exist in smaller college towns.
ASU is also at the heart of the semiconductor industry, which is booming in the Phoenix area. We are building facilities and training students to become part of this important and in-demand field. We also offer numerous degree programs in the largest engineering and arts schools in the nation.
We could go on, but the best way for you to see what you can do at ASU is to come for a visit and campus tou
Design an engaging academic and extracurricular experience at ASU
One advantage of ASU is that you get to design a customized experience. Your ASU journey will be unlike any other student’s.
Start with academics: Decide if you want to double major or pick up a minor or certificate. Or you can choose an accelerated degree program where you can work toward a master’s degree while finishing up your bachelor’s degree with accelerated masters program (and your President’s award can help cover your master’s degree). ASU offers course flexibility, with the option to take summer session courses or hybrid courses (a mix of online and in-person classes).
Next, extracurriculars: At ASU, you can work alongside a professor on a research project, study for a semester in another country, take on an internship, work for ASU with an on-campus job, join a student club, join an intramural sports team, or volunteer. Have an entrepreneurial streak? Get mentorship and funds to help get your good idea off the ground.
Whatever path you want to take, we can help you plan it and support you all the way.
Barrett, The Honors College
As a President's award recipient, you're also encouraged to apply to be part of ASU's honors community.
Recognized by The New York Times as the “gold standard” among the nation’s honors colleges, Barrett, The Honors College is a selective, premier living and learning community of bright scholars, caring advisors and enthusiastic professors. Barrett students take advantage of valuable undergraduate research and internship opportunities.
Led by new dean Tara Williams, Barrett, The Honors College has locations on all four ASU campuses, and students from any ASU degree program can take part. Students live in the Barrett Residential Community, a living-learning community where you’ll be immersed in the honors experience and have access to exclusive resources and events. Barrett is structured to fit your personal needs and preferences, and as a graduate of the honors college, you’ll have built up a body of work that will prepare you for your next step, be it graduate school or the launch of your career.
Discover more about why Barrett is the top-choice honors college for highly motivated students like yourself.
Keeping you feeling your best
To do your best and thrive in college you need to be doing well emotionally and physically, which is why ASU places an emphasis on student well-being. All students have 24/7/365 access to free, unlimited counseling services. You’ll also get use of ASU Health Services when you’re sick or for preventative care, and you’ll have a membership to the Sun Devil Fitness Complex, ASU’s state-of-the-art fitness center.
You have a place at ASU
For many of our highly accomplished students, being in an environment where everyone thrives is a welcome departure from the stress of intense competition.
At ASU, we measure ourselves as a university not by whom we exclude, but by whom we include. That means we want you here. We further measure ourselves by how you succeed. That means you’re not in it alone. We’ve got your back. We’ll pick you up if you fall, point you in the right direction and cheer you on the entire way.
Next steps
Complete your next steps to enroll in classes so you can take advantage of your scholarship. If you have any questions about your scholarship, please connect with an admission representative.