Arizona State University
- United States
- Founded 1885
Overview
Arizona State University is a public research university in Tempe, Arizona, United States. Founded in 1885 as Territorial Normal School by the 13th Arizona Territorial Legislature, the university is one of the largest public universities by enrollment in the United States.
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Key facts
| Founded | 1885Source: Wikidata (opens in a new tab) |
|---|---|
| Main location | TempeSource: Wikidata. Other campuses may not be listed. (opens in a new tab) |
| Students | 135,729 (2021)Source: Wikidata. Can be out of date. (opens in a new tab) |
| Staff | 4,400 (year not stated)Source: Wikidata. Can be out of date. (opens in a new tab) |
| Website | asu.edu (opens in a new tab) |
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| YouTube | Official channel (opens in a new tab) |
Data read on 12 November 2026. Check the university's own site for current details.
Scholarships for international students
Arizona State University's own scholarships page (opens in a new tab) (checked 14 Nov 2026)
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People who studied here
- Nick Nolte (opens in a new tab)American actor (born 1941)
- Linda Ronstadt (opens in a new tab)American singer (born 1946)
- Jimmy Kimmel (opens in a new tab)American talk show host and comedian (born 1967)
- David Spade (opens in a new tab)American stand-up comedian and actor (born 1964)
- Fatmir Sejdiu (opens in a new tab)President of Kosovo
- Barry Goldwater (opens in a new tab)American politician and military officer (1909–1998)
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