Frequently asked questions
All students who don't meet the admission standards will be evaluated through a process called Individual Review. Through this process, Admission Services will review all available information about a student's application, carefully considering all aspects of a student's academic background and accomplishments. Submission of an ACT or SAT score is highly recommended. In some cases, ASU Admission Services may request additional information directly.
My ASU has everything you need as an incoming Sun Devil, all in one convenient place. You’ll find your next steps and to-do items for enrollment, your financial and account information, registration holds that need your attention, ASU email, software, university announcements, and more. You’ll also see quick links for the academic calendar, libraries, career services, tutoring and tech support.
Official transcripts must be sent directly to Admission Services at ASU from the issuing institution’s records office either by mail or electronically through a secured transcript service approved by ASU. Request that your official transcript(s) be sent to Admission Services.
After being admitted to ASU, it is important to complete any priority tasks that appear on your My ASU, as these may impact your ability to enroll in courses.
Undergraduate students will attend a virtual orientation session where they will meet their advisors and enroll in courses. Check your My ASU and ASU email regularly for updates and next steps.
Graduate students will receive detailed information from their advising team via email with next steps and the sequence in which they will take classes. This information will also include steps for enrolling in courses and contact details for any questions.
After you are admitted to ASU, you’ll receive next steps to enroll in courses at orientation (for undergraduate students) or via your ASU email (for graduate students).
Undergraduate students will meet their advisor at orientation. After this, you’ll be able to view your Advising team from My ASU. You can also view the MLFC Advising teams here.
Graduate students will receive detailed information from their advising team via email after they have been admitted to their selected program.
ASU accepts transfer credit for traditional coursework that a student has successfully completed at regionally accredited institutions of higher education as documented on an official transcript. You can use ASU transfer tools to learn how credits will transfer and begin creating your roadmap to graduation.
ASU’s Transfer Guide is a helpful online tool to assist you in your transfer planning process. Manage your Transfer Pathways, requested course evaluations, saved courses searches, saved exam searches and more.
Use the ASU Exam Search to see how your test scores from exams like AP, CLEP, or IB may apply for ASU credit.
The ASU Sync option is available only to transfer students residing in Arizona because of state regulations and student teaching placement requirements. Students should have completed an associate degree by the time they are enrolled at ASU. Students on F-1 or J-1 immigration status are not allowed to complete courses via Sync.
ASU Online features asynchronous, entirely online coursework. ASU Sync combines online coursework with set and scheduled class times, where students meet via Zoom.
The ASU Sync option is available only to transfer students residing in Arizona because of state regulations and student teaching placement requirements. Students should have completed an associate degree by the time they are enrolled at ASU. Students on F-1 or J-1 immigration status are not allowed to complete courses via Sync.
There is no form, paper or code to submit for an application fee waiver. If your financial circumstances qualify you for an application fee waiver, you will answer a series of questions in the application that will automatically qualify you and post to your account.
Apply online with ASU’s Application for Admission or Common Application. You need to submit only one application to be considered for admission to ASU. ASU does not have a preference for which application you use to apply, and we do not require an essay or personal statement for either of these options.
ASU's application for admission
Your official transcripts are certified copies from each high school, college, university or technical school you attended that show the courses you took, grades you earned, and certificates or degrees you were awarded. Arizona State University requires you to send transcripts from every institution you attended.
Upon graduation or the completion of the semester, request that your school or schools send a final transcript directly to ASU to determine final university admission status. Official transcripts must be sent directly to Admission Services at ASU from the issuing institution’s records office either by mail or electronically through a secure transcript service approved by ASU.
ASU accepts self-reported high school grades on the undergraduate admission application.
- Choose to not self-report → quicker application process, but takes a little longer for an admission decision.
- Choose to self-report → application takes longer to complete, but the admission decision comes much faster.
Upon graduation or the completion of the semester, request that your school or schools send a final transcript directly to ASU to determine final university admission status. Official transcripts must be sent directly to Admission Services at ASU from the issuing institution’s records office either by mail or electronically through a secured transcript service approved by ASU.
If you would like to participate in the Teaching Fellows Program, select one of the below program options on the ASU application. Be sure to select “Sync” as the campus location.
- Elementary Education (K-8 general education certification) or
- Special Education (K-12 special education certification)
The ASU application opens on or around July 1 each year. You are encouraged to apply to ASU as early as possible. Nov. 1 is ASU’s priority admission date, and Jan. 15 is ASU’s regular admission date. The earlier you apply, the earlier you’ll receive an admission decision and the more likely you’ll be to secure the most financial aid possible.
Cost of attendance varies for in-state (resident), out-of-state (non-resident), international and graduate students. Utilize the ASU standard cost of attendance tool to see the average amount students can expect to pay for tuition and fees, housing and food, books, course materials, supplies, and equipment, transportation, and personal expenses. These are averages and vary depending on factors like personal expenses, but they can help you estimate your costs for the year.
At ASU, a transfer student is anyone applying for admission who has attended another college or university and has completed 12 or more transferable credits post-high school, at the time of application. If you are completing college courses while in high school you are considered a first-year student and not a transfer student.
If you’re a year or more away from transferring to ASU, consider signing up for MyPath2ASU to ensure a smooth transfer experience. If you’re transferring within the next year, start by reviewing the admission requirements, including any additional requirements for your major. If you meet the requirements, start working on your steps to apply. Log in to My ASU after you apply to track your application status and Priority Tasks.
Finances and paying for college
The FAFSA is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, a tool that assesses a student’s financial need. ASU will offer students a combination of grants, work-study funding, and loans each year based on demonstrated need from the FAFSA. ASU’s priority filing date is January 15 each year. However, students are encouraged to submit their FAFSA as soon as possible to increase the likelihood of prompt processing.
MLFC recommends that all students submit a FAFSA for each academic year. Some ASU scholarships require that a FAFSA be on file with the university for scholarship consideration. Students can always choose to decline funding offers.
If you encounter challenges while completing the FAFSA, please contact:
Federal Student Aid assistance
1-800-433-3243 (1-800-4 FED AID)
You may also view common issues and troubleshooting solutions on the Federal Student Aid website.
The Financial Aid and Scholarship Services Office hosts office locations and hours on each of ASU’s campuses, as well as Online for ASU Online students. Drop by in person, call, or launch a chat session with a Financial Aid representative to get your questions answered.
Most scholarship opportunities require a student to be enrolled full-time. However, some circumstances may be taken into consideration on a case-by-case basis.
We recommend following up with the Financial Aid and Student Accounts Office to determine if a scholarship you have been offered will affect any aid you have received. In general, all aid awarded cannot exceed the student’s cost of attendance (COA). To learn more about your COA, please visit: https://tuition.asu.edu/cost.
An MLFC team member can help you with MLFC-specific questions, such as selecting a program or understanding the campus locations. For more general application questions, contact ASU Admissions at [email protected].
The earlier you apply to ASU, the sooner you will receive an admission decision and the more financial awards you will be eligible to be considered for.
To help you stay on track with the admission and financial aid processes, here are the important deadlines you need to know.
- Complete your application for fall 2026 admission by the Nov. 1 priority admission date to ensure you're considered for the maximum amount of scholarship opportunities.
- ASU’s regular admission date is Jan. 15, 2026. Make sure to complete your fall 2026 admission application by this date.
- ASU’s Scholarship Universe opens for admitted students Oct. 1, 2025. Students can build their profile, match with and apply for scholarships.
- The 2026–2027 Free Application for Federal Student Aid is available beginning Oct. 1, 2025. Submit your completed FAFSA by ASU’s Jan. 15 priority filing date to be considered for the most need-based aid. ASU’s Federal School Code is 001081.
The deadlines to apply for MLFC graduate programs are available here. Completed application files are reviewed and admissions decisions are made on a rolling basis. Prospective students are strongly encouraged to initiate and complete the application process at least one month before the posted deadline.
Academics and the student experience
Visit ASU's academic calendar for a comprehensive list of academic deadlines, including semester and course start dates, holidays, final exam dates, and add, drop, and withdrawal dates.
Yes. Barrett, the Honors College offers academically rich and culturally diverse experiences across all four of ASU's campuses. Like any other ASU student, a Barrett student's home campus is determined by their major. Dedicated honors housing at each of the campuses provides a cohesive residential environment that enables students to experience campus life among a community of scholars, building lasting relationships with other intellectually driven and highly motivated peers from across multiple disciplines. Visit Barrett's website for more information.
ASU Student Accessibility and Inclusive Learning Services, or SAILS, is the central campus resource for students with disabilities to ensure access to their education and help increase awareness in the university community.
On the SAILS website, students can register for accommodations, faculty can access their instructional portal, and have FAQs answered.
The International Students and Scholars Center provides support, immigration information, employment resources, and promotes opportunities to connect with other ASU students. International students and Sponsored International students must meet certain requirements, such as the minimum number of credits per semester and online/hybrid enrollment. Consultation with the student’s sponsor is advised prior to registration each term, and all international students are encouraged to work closely with the International Students and Scholars Center and their academic advisor. For more information, visit: https://issc.asu.edu/.
The ASU Counseling Services office offers confidential, personal counseling and crisis services for students with mental health events that challenge their ability to stay in college, achieve their academic and personal goals, or graduate. Support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For more information, visit: https://eoss.asu.edu/counseling. There is also a dedicated crisis hotline called EMPACT that is available after hours and on weekends: 480-921-1006.
To report an emergency on campus, students can simply dial 911 or use one of the emergency call boxes located throughout the campus. For non-emergency ASU Police or campus safety matters, call 480-965-3456. ASU offers an opt-in text message alert system, allowing students to choose to receive text messages from ASU in the event of an emergency. The ASU LiveSafe app sends push notifications and provides SafeWalk to share with friends and family. For additional safety resources and contacts, such as Counseling Services, Safety Escort Services and Student Advocacy, visit: https://eoss.asu.edu/dos/Safety.
ASU students from any background and on any academic or career path can study abroad, gain international work experience, develop research skills in a global context or serve our worldwide community. Programs are offered throughout the year, and range from one week to a year-long. Pursue a global experience internationally, domestically or online. Visit the ASU Global Education Office for more information.
Mary Lou Fulton College for Teaching and Learning Innovation offers meaningful experiences that bridge the gap between your passions and your professional goals. In addition to career support such as teacher preparation opportunities and educational studies internships, you can also receive tailored career support from the dedicated MLFC career coach
The Pat Tillman Veterans Center serves the students and families who have served our country by helping them succeed on their college journey and preparing them for life after they graduate. College is a major transition for any student, and even more so for military-affiliated students because of their overall life experience and divergent path to college. The Pat Tillman Veterans Center assists active-duty, veteran and veteran-dependent students with their military education benefits and offers programs, events, and a place where student veterans can connect with and support each other.
If your program leads to professional licensure or certification, you can view which credentials it’s eligible for at the ASU professional licensure and certification site.
Arizona State University's academic programs generally are designed to prepare students to apply for applicable licensure or certification in Arizona where such licensure or certification exists. Completing an ASU program may not result in meeting the educational requirements for licensure or certification in any other state. ASU does not guarantee a student will be eligible to take or successfully complete licensure or certification exams. Additional steps such as background checks, examinations, fieldwork and more may be needed to acquire professional licensure, certifications or credentials. Students and prospective students are strongly encouraged to contact the state’s licensure entity where they intend to practice using the links provided to review all licensure and certification requirements imposed by the state of choice.
Miscellaneous
Canvas is your landing space to access your course content, view course announcements, submit assignments and interact with faculty and fellow students in your courses. We recommend familiarizing yourself with Canvas so you are prepared to begin your courses successfully.
As you prepare to enroll in classes, learn how to search for courses, review ASU terminology and more. You can filter the list of classes to focus on just the ones you want or need. As you search for classes, you may encounter new words and concepts. For more information, review ASU’s glossary of academic terms and definitions in our curriculum.
The Academic Status Report (ASR) system provides students with early, personalized feedback regarding their course progress and can help prompt students to take the appropriate action to improve their performance in the course, whether that means talking with the instructor, getting tutoring, or seeking academic advising for possible options. This tool notifies students of progress in classes to enable early intervention to correct any possible issues a student may have in their enrolled courses.
Standard grading includes grades of "A+," "A," "A-," "B+," " B," "B-," "C+," "C," "D," or "E" and are given upon completion of a course, unless another grading opon such as "audit" or "pass/fail" is indicated at the time of registration. There are no plus or minus grades below grades of “C”. Grading options cannot be changed after the close of the drop/add period. The instructor of a course has complete discretion in selecting which grades to use and report from the available grading options. The grading rubric should be included in the course syllabus for each course. More information can be found here: https://registrar.asu.edu/grades.
In the event of an emergency that occurs near the end of the term in which a student is successfully passing the course by means of a “C” average, students may work with the instructor to see if they are eligible for an incomplete for the course. If awarded, the student is required to make arrangements with the instructor for the completion of the course requirements, which are recorded on the Request for Grade of Incomplete form. The student has up to one calendar year, if allowed by the instructor, to complete an agreed-upon set of work to finish the course. If the work is not completed within the time permitted by the faculty, but not longer than one calendar year, the mark of “I” on the student's transcript will turn into a mark of “E” for failure to complete the course requirements.
The Degree Audit Reporting System (DARS) report is a helpful tool that allows students to monitor their progress toward degree completion in conjunction with meeting with their academic advisor each semester.
To access and review the DARS graduation audit:
- Go to My ASU and log in. Under “My Programs,” select the “Degree Progress” drop-down option.
- Click “Graduation Audit (DARS)”.
- Select the “Run Default Program” button. The system will default to the student’s current major and catalog year. Check that the major and catalog year are correct, and then click “Run Audit.”
University Graduate and Undergraduate Commencement ceremonies are the university-wide ceremonies at which President Crow confers degrees.
Convocation events, hosted by colleges, are celebrations of individual achievement where graduate names are called and graduates cross the stage.
Celebrations are held by and for various student groups and are open to all graduating students.
For events specific to MLFC, check the MLFC event calendar regularly. Narrow down your results by using qualifiers in the “audience” section to see the most relevant events for you.
For events hosted by students for students, visit Sun Devil Central, where you can browse student events, explore student organizations and more.