Arizona State University campus
Tempe, United States
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Arizona State University

Tempe·university·Est. 1885
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#219

QS Rank

84%

Acceptance rate

$25,000

Tuition/yr

195,349

Enrollment

About Arizona State University

Arizona State University is one of the largest public research universities in the United States with campuses across Phoenix, Tempe, Mesa, and Glendale. Known for innovation and entrepreneurship, ASU offers over 350 degree programs across engineering, business, education, and technology. The university has a strong commitment to diversity and international students, with a welcoming community culture. ASU's location in Arizona provides year-round outdoor activities and a growing tech hub, making it ideal for students seeking practical experience and networking opportunities.

World University Rankings

QS World University Rankings (2026)#219
Times Higher Education (THE) (2025)#179
ARWU / Shanghai Rankings (2024)#151
US News Best Global Universities (2025)#117

Campus & Location

Province

AZ

Campus setting

Suburban

Cost of living: Housing: USD 1,100–1,800/mo | Food: USD 380–600/mo | Phoenix metro; affordable with no state income tax. ASU is the largest US university.

Optional Practical Training (OPT)

All graduates from CRICOS-registered programs qualify for 12-month Optional Practical Training (OPT). STEM-designated programs (CS, Engineering, Data Science, Mathematics, Sciences) qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension — 36 months total of US work authorisation.

For Nepali students

Active Nepal Student Association; strong alumni network in US tech sector (Google, Amazon, Intel).

Programs(6)

BS in Business Administration

Business & Management
Bachelor's~$32k/yrIELTS 6+GPA 2.8+fall, spring

W.P. Carey MBA

W.P. Carey School of Business

Business & Management
MBA~$28k/yr2 yrIELTS 7+fall, spring

Master of Science — Information Technology

Fulton Schools of Engineering

Computer Science & IT
Master's~$24k/yr2 yrIELTS 6.5+GPA 3+fall, springPGWP

MS in Computer Science

Computer Science & IT
Master's~$32k/yrIELTS 6.5+GPA 3+fall, spring

Bachelor of Science — Computer Science

Fulton Schools of Engineering

Computer Science & IT
Bachelor's~$31k/yr4 yrIELTS 6+fall, springPGWP

Master of Computer Science (online)

Fulton Schools of Engineering

Computer Science & IT
Master's~$16k/yr2 yrIELTS 6.5+GPA 3+fall, springPGWP

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Admission requirements — Nepali equivalents

A rough translation of the published minimums for Nepali applicants:

GPA 3.060%+ in NEB +2, B+ average in Cambridge A-levels, or Second Division in a TU bachelor's degree.
GPA 3.370%+ in NEB +2 or First Division in a TU bachelor's degree.
GPA 3.675%+ in NEB +2 or First Division with Distinction in a TU bachelor's degree.
IELTS 6.5The most common graduate minimum — achievable with 2–3 months of focused preparation. IELTS 7.0+ needed for the most competitive programs.

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