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Non-Degree Seeking Applying & Requirements

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If you’re looking to grow personally and professionally, we have options for you.

You Are Considered a Non-Degree Seeking Student if...

You’re taking classes without officially declaring a major and you aren’t working towards graduating with a degree. Non-degree seeking students are often fulfilling prerequisites, growing their expertise in a certain field, or just interested in learning something new.

Before You Begin

A non-degree seeking status means you will not qualify for on-campus housing (with the exception of and sponsored students), financial aid, or upper division courses without consent of the department. If you would like to make sure that this option is right for you, get in touch with us.

  • If you are interested in non-credit opportunities, check out
  • If you plan on taking graduate-level coursework, learn how to become a non-degree seeking student through the

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Here's How to Apply as an
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STEP 1
Start Your Application

It’s comprehensive, convenient, and fully online.* Completing your application will take around 30 minutes. Need to take a break and finish later? You can save your progress and pick up where you left off any time.

Deadlines**

Starting SemesterApplication DeadlineApplication Status
Fall 2024August 3, 2024Accepting Applications
Spring 2025December 2, 2024Accepting Applications
Summer 2025May 1, 2025Accepting Applications
Fall 2025August 1, 2025Accepting Applications

*To request a paper application, contact us at 520-621-3237 or admissions@arizona.edu Monday through Friday from 8 a.m.–5 p.m. (Mountain Standard Time).

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STEP 2
Finalize Your Details and Submit Your Application

A complete application includes payment of the application fee, which is $50 for 51³Ô¹ÏÍø residents and $80 for non-51³Ô¹ÏÍø residents.

Unsure if you qualify to apply as an 51³Ô¹ÏÍø resident? Learn more about  If you do not live in 51³Ô¹ÏÍø but you are a member of one if its you may qualify for resident status by completing the .

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STEP 3
Get Excited

Once your application is submitted, our review process typically takes about 1-2 weeks. Be sure to check your Future Wildcat account for status updates on your application.

I'm in! Now What?

Congratulations! You can officially become an 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Wildcat by visiting your Next Steps Center.

Still Have Questions?
We're Here to Help.

Check out our Additional Resources for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) students, home-educated students, military and veterans, non-residents with 51³Ô¹ÏÍø high school degrees, and U.S. citizens who have attended an international institution.