University of Arizona

University of Arizona
HE Institution
Year of foundation: 
1885
Member since: 
28/04/2008
University of Arizona

Contact

Institutional postal address: 
The University of Arizona Tucson AZ 85721
Region: 
North America
Country: 
United States
City: 
Tucson
Institutional e-mail: 
Institutional phone: 
00520 6213237

Mission / Vision

As a public research university serving the diverse citizens of Arizona and beyond, the mission of the University of Arizona is to provide a comprehensive, high-quality education that engages our students in discovery through research and broad-based scholarship. We aim to empower our graduates to be leaders in solving complex societal problems. Whether in teaching, research, outreach or student engagement, access and quality are the defining attributes of the University of Arizona’s mission.

Goals

From planetary science to medicine to the arts, UA research is changing the world. Being ranked #16 by the National Science Foundation doesn’t just make us great; it creates great opportunities for students. Our researchers teach. Students work alongside world-class professors to discover new knowledge and launch their own careers.

Main activities

Teaching, learning, research and extension.

Partners

  • UNESCO. United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization
  • The Catalan Association of Public Universities (ACUP)

Sponsored by

  • Generalitat de Catalunya. Ministry of Business and Employment. Department of Research and Universities
  • Generalitat de Catalunya. Ministry for Foreign Action and Open Government