Universities & Colleges
The following is a listing of Arizona state (public) universities, private universities and colleges and community colleges. Explanations provided come directly from the college or university’s own website.
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State Universities:
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Arizona State University

Arizona State University
PO Box 870112
Tempe, AZ 85287-0112
Phone: 480-965-7788 http://www.asu.edu/
ASU serves more than 64,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation’s fifth largest city. Arizona State University is a creating a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves.
Northern Arizona University

South San Francisco Street
Flagstaff, Arizona 86011
Phone: 928-523-5511
http://home.nau.edu/
Founded in 1899, NAU is proud to celebrate a long commitment to educating undergraduate and graduate students. Accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, the university values and promotes an ethnically rich and diverse university community and graduates who are prepared to contribute to the social, economic, and environmental needs of a changing world.
University of Arizona

The University of Arizona
Tucson AZ 85721
(520) 621-2211
http://www.arizona.edu/
The University of Arizona is the leading public research university in the American Southwest. The UA produces more than $530 million in annual research and is the state’s only member of the prestigious Association of American Universities.
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Other Private & Public Arizona Universities/Colleges:
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AT Still University

5850 E. STILL CIRCLE
MESA AZ 85206
480.219.6000
http://www.atsu.edu/about/our_university.htm
Home of the world’s first osteopathic medical school, established in 1892, A.T. Still University is recognized around the world. A renowned, multidisciplinary healthcare educator, ATSU instills in students the knowledge, integrity, compassion, and hands-on experience needed to address the needs of the whole person.
Art Center Design College
2525 N. Country Club Rd.
Tucson, AZ 85716
520-325-0123
http://www.theartcenter.edu/aboutTacdc/visionAnd_mission.html
The Art Center Design College educates students to excel in the fields of Fine Arts, Design, Advertising and Visual Communications within a student focused environment committed to the highest standards of academic achievement, scholarly inquiry, creativity and citizenship in a diverse world community.
DeVry University Phoenix

2149 W. Dunlap Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85021
602-870-9222
http://www.devry.edu/locations/campuses/loc_phoenixcampus.jsp
DeVry Phoenix offers both undergraduate and graduate degree programs in some of today’s fastest growing career fields.
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

3700 Willow Creek Road
Prescott, AZ 86301-3720
928-777-3728
http://www.erau.edu/about/l-about.html
Embry-Riddle teaches the science, practice, and business of the world of aviation and aerospace.
Grand Canyon University

3300 W. Camelback Road
Phoenix, Arizona 85017
Toll Free: 1-877-860-3951
Direct: 602-639-7500
http://www.gcu.edu/
Based in Phoenix, the regionally accredited, private, non-denominational Christian university offers online and campus-based bachelor’s and master’s degree programs.
Midwestern University

19555 North 59th Street
Glendale, AZ 85308
623-572-3215
http://www.midwestern.edu/
University specializing in health care career training.
Prescott College
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220 Grove Avenue
Prescott, AZ 86301
(877) 350-2100
http://www.prescott.edu/
Prescott College is an independent, liberal arts college offering bachelor’s and master’s degrees, as well as teacher certification. Our educational programs reflect the College’s commitment to the environment and social justice.
Thunderbird School of Global Management

1 Global Place
Glendale, AZ 85306-6000
(602) 978-7100
http://www.thunderbird.edu/prospective_students/_prospectives_student.htm
Thunderbird, the world’s leader in global business education, is built on the idea that for students to be successful in the global market, they must understand the intricacies of business, but also how to conduct business across cultures, borders and time zones.
Troy University
5307 E. Broadway Blvd.……….. 5355 E. Granite Street
Tucson, AZ 85711………………..Davis-Monthan AFB, AZ 85707 
(520) 748-2625…………………….(520) 748-2625
tucson.troy.edu
Troy University is a public institution comprised of a network of campuses throughout Alabama and worldwide. International in scope, Troy University provides a variety of educational programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels for a diverse student body in traditional, nontraditional, and emerging electronic formats. Academic programs are supported by a variety of student services which promote the welfare of the individual student. Troy University’s dedicated faculty and staff promote discovery and exploration of knowledge and its application to life-long success through effective teaching, service, creative partnerships, scholarship and research. Troy University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate, bachelors, masters and education specialist degrees.
University of Phoenix

University of Phoenix
4615 E. Elwood St.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
866.766.0766
http://www.phoenix.edu/
University of Phoenix offers undergraduate and graduate programs in business, education, nursing, technology and human services on-line and on campus.
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Arizona Community Colleges:
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Arizona Western College

P.O. Box 929
Yuma, AZ 85366-0929
(888) 293-0392
(928) 317-6000
http://www.azwestern.edu/about_awc.html
Arizona Western College offers educational, career, and life-long learning opportunities through innovative partnerships which enhance the lives of people in Yuma and La Paz counties.
Central Arizona College

8470 North Overfield Road
Coolidge, AZ 85228-9779
520-494-5444
http://www.centralaz.edu/
Central Arizona College is a dynamic and multifaceted institution of higher education featuring nine campuses and centers strategically located throughout Pinal County for the purpose of educating the diverse population of the region.
Coconino Community College

3000 N. Fourth St.
Flagstaff, AZ 86004-18925
928-527-1222
http://www.coconino.edu/
The 15-year-old college spans 18,000 square miles of northern Arizona with campuses in Flagstaff, Page and Williams, and facilities at the Grand Canyon, Fredonia and Tuba City. CCC reaches some of the most remote stretches of Arizona with online services including three online degrees and two certificates.
Eastern Arizona College

615 N. Stadium Ave.
Thatcher, AZ 85552
1-800-678-3808
http://www.eac.edu/
Eastern Arizona College is a public, coeducational community college in the town of Thatcher. The college offers various associate degrees and certificates throughout the calendar (semester) year on various campus locations. The main campus in Thatcher is approximately 160 miles from Phoenix and 120 miles from Tucson and covers 62 acres.
Maricopa Community Colleges

District Office
2411 West 14th Street
Tempe, Arizona 85281
480.731.8000
http://www.maricopa.edu/
The Maricopa Community Colleges comprise 10 colleges, 2 skill centers and numerous education centers dedicated to educational excellence and to meeting the needs of businesses and the citizens of Maricopa County. Each college is individually accredited, yet part of a larger system — the Maricopa County Community College District.
Pima Community College

4905 E. Broadway Blvd.
Tucson, AZ 85709-1010
Phone: (520) 206-4500
http://www.pima.edu/
Since 1969, Pima Community College has been developing our community through learning. The College offers convenient, affordable educational opportunities that can help you make your dreams a reality in Pima County area.
Yavapai College

1100 East Sheldon St.
Prescott, AZ 86301
928.445.7300
http://www.yc.edu/
The mission of Yavapai College is to provide high quality, convenient, and cost effective learning opportunities for the diverse population of Yavapai County. Yavapai College offers 80+ certificate, degree, and transfer options to students in 60+ different programs of study.
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Arizona Board of Regents
2020 N. Central Ave., Suite 230
Phoenix, AZ 85004-4593
Telephone: (602) 229-2500 / Fax: (602) 229-2555
http://www.abor.asu.edu/site_index/site_map.html