Established in 1885, ASU is a very large public research university with multiple campuses in the Phoenix metropolitan area and a significant online presence. It is known for its innovation, sustainability initiatives, and diverse program offerings.
Address: University Drive and Mill Avenue, 85287 Tempe, Arizona, United States
Engineering, Business (W. P. Carey), Sustainability
Diplomas*:
- Bachelor, Doctor, Master, MBA
Domains taught:
- AI and Machine Learning, Data Analytics, Ecology and Sustainability, Engineering, Life Sciences, Software Engineering
Status:
- Public
Partnerships:
One of the largest public universities in the US by enrollment. Known for innovation in higher education (e.g., online programs, interdisciplinary research). Strong focus on sustainability and entrepreneurship.
Research:
A major research university with strengths in renewable energy, sustainability, space exploration (School of Earth and Space Exploration), biodesign, and online learning technologies. High research activity.
Famous Alumnis:
Phil Mickelson, Kate Spade, David Spade, Nick Nolte, Pat Tillman
International recognition**:
Number of staff***:
15000
Current students***:
140000
Foreign students***:
10%
Cumulative former students***:
500000
Pros
Leader in innovation and online education, strong focus on sustainability and entrepreneurship, diverse student body and program offerings, multiple campuses.
Cons
Extremely large student population, can feel impersonal, quality can vary across its many programs and campuses, Phoenix heat.
Best For
Students seeking a large, innovative public university with diverse programs, a strong focus on sustainability and entrepreneurship, or flexible online learning options.
- Environmental Engineering, Innovation, Renewable Energy, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Practices, Sustainable Product Design
*: without any judgment of the quality, readers are strongly encouraged to check the official status of the exact diploma envisioned as many universities have a mix of recognized diplomas, not recognized, “co-delivered,” “equivalent to”, “some pathways” (…), can change over time, and can be named differently from one country to another.
**: international reputation: is based on some criteria that do not mean much in some domains or specialties (number of researchers, of scientific publications, on budget ….). Our approximate 1-4 scale:
- known locally
- known locally and internationally
- is listed in some of the world university’s classifications
- is listed among the 20 firsts in some of world university’s classifications
***: estimated numbers, based on online sources and/or feedbacks. The numbers can vary greatly depending on school organisation (ex.: school is part of a group …). Refer to all the links provided to have accurate and updated numbers.
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