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Arizona State University-Polytechnic

Mesa, AZ

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Quick Facts

1996
Founded
Public university
Type
8,283
Total Students
$12K
Tuition (In-State)
$32K
Tuition (Out-State)
President: Michael Crow

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About Arizona State University-Polytechnic

Experience hands-on innovation and applied learning at ASU's collaborative, technology-focused campus.

Arizona State University-Polytechnic offers a distinctive educational experience rooted in innovation and applied learning. Opening its doors in 1996 as ASU East, the campus quickly evolved, establishing itself as a hub for technology and professional programs. Today, it stands as a testament to ASU's commitment to forward-thinking education, blending academic rigor with real-world application, making it an ideal choice for students eager to shape the future.

The Polytechnic campus is known for its immersive, project-based learning environment. Students here dive deep into specialized fields, benefiting from a curriculum designed to prepare them directly for demanding careers. With over 8,000 students enrolled in more than 40 degree programs, the campus fosters a close-knit community while providing access to the vast resources of a major research university.

Academic strength at ASU-Polytechnic is primarily centered within The Polytechnic School, a vital component of the prestigious Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering. This integration ensures students receive a top-tier engineering and technology education, covering everything from advanced engineering disciplines to a robust aviation program. The campus environment itself encourages collaboration, sharing its extensive 600-acre Williams Campus with other educational institutions and even a United States Air Force research laboratory, creating a truly unique academic ecosystem. Modern facilities, including the LEED Gold certified Polytechnic Academic Complex, offer integrated living and learning spaces, enhancing the overall student experience.

Key Highlights

  • Home to over 8,000 students across 40 degree programs.
  • Integrated within the prestigious Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering as The Polytechnic School.
  • Offers 11 undergraduate and 10 graduate degrees, including a strong aviation program.
  • The Polytechnic Academic Complex is a $103 million, 240,000 sq ft LEED v2.2 Gold certified facility.
  • Shares the 600-acre Williams Campus with Chandler-Gilbert Community College, Mesa Community College, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and a U.S. Air Force research laboratory.
  • Founded in 1996 as ASU East with an initial enrollment of nearly 1,000 students and 8 degrees.

Timeline

1996
Campus opened as ASU East with nearly 1,000 students and 8 degree programs.
1997
East College was added as an incubator for new professional programs.
2005
Campus name officially changed from ASU East to ASU Polytechnic.
2008
Major expansion completed with the opening of the new Polytechnic Academic Complex.
2009
The College of Technology and Innovation (CTI) became the sole academic unit on campus.
2013
The Polytechnic School was founded.
2014
CTI merged with the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering, with The Polytechnic School becoming part of it.
🏛️
30 Years
of Excellence

Schools & Colleges

1 notable schools within Arizona State University-Polytechnic

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The Polytechnic School

Part of the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering, offering 11 undergraduate and 10 graduate degrees, including ASU's aviation program.

Leadership

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