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Hardest colleges to get into in Arizona

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Top 6 colleges in Arizona with the lowest acceptance rates

What are the hardest colleges to get into in Arizona? We've got you covered. We've compiled a national college database and have created a list of the hardest universities to get into in Arizona below. These are the hardest 4 year colleges to get into in Arizona, and sometimes some of the hardest colleges to get into in the US. You could even say these are the best colleges in Arizona. We also include each college's median SAT and ACT scores so that you can see where you're most competitive. Read on to find out more.

Acceptance rates and test scores are for students who applied to start college in fall 2024, from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard unless an entry names the school's own figures. SAT section scores and ACT scores are medians for enrolled first-year students who submitted them, and an SAT total is the two section medians added together. Published , updated .

Grand Canyon University acceptance rate

Grand Canyon University accepted 78.9% of applicants for fall 2024.
Grand Canyon University
At Grand Canyon University, the median SAT section scores add up to 1055.
  • SAT math: 510
  • SAT reading/writing: 545
The median ACT composite score at Grand Canyon University is 21.
Grand Canyon University considers SAT or ACT scores but does not require them.

University of Arizona acceptance rate

University of Arizona accepted 86.1% of applicants for fall 2024.
University of Arizona
At University of Arizona, the median SAT section scores add up to 1290.
  • SAT math: 650
  • SAT reading/writing: 640
The median ACT composite score at University of Arizona is 25.
University of Arizona considers SAT or ACT scores but does not require them.

Northern Arizona University acceptance rate

Northern Arizona University accepted 89.6% of applicants for fall 2024.
Northern Arizona University
No SAT scores for Northern Arizona University are available for fall 2024.
Northern Arizona University neither requires nor recommends SAT or ACT scores.

Arizona State University acceptance rate

Arizona State University accepted 89.9% of applicants for fall 2024.
Arizona State University
No SAT scores for Arizona State University are available for fall 2024.
Arizona State University neither requires nor recommends SAT or ACT scores.

Prescott College acceptance rate

Prescott College accepted 94.5% of applicants for fall 2024.
Prescott College
No SAT scores for Prescott College are available for fall 2024.
Prescott College neither requires nor recommends SAT or ACT scores.

University of Advancing Technology acceptance rate

University of Advancing Technology accepted 98.1% of applicants for fall 2024.
University of Advancing Technology
No SAT scores for University of Advancing Technology are available for fall 2024.
University of Advancing Technology neither requires nor recommends SAT or ACT scores.

Conclusion

Getting into any college is an accomplishment, but these schools are arguably the hardest to get into in Arizona. Knowledge is power, and we hope this list gives you the key data you need to make a decision on where you should apply. You will want to be above the median SAT or ACT score, and have a strong GPA with good extracurriculars. Good luck!
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