Your global pathway to a degree from a top U.S. university starts here.
Whether you’re continuing your education or starting fresh, ASU Earned Admission program helps you achieve your goal of earning a degree from a top U.S. university.
How it works
Here’s how you can fast-track your admission into ASU degree programs:
Enroll
Start by creating your account and enrolling in a Universal Learner Course. Submit your ASU application early so we can evaluate any transfer credits and provide personalized guidance for your degree pathway.
Earn
Get the grades you’re proud of, and only pay to add credits if you want them on your transcript.
Qualify
Complete the required courses (4 courses for those 22 years old and over, and 8 courses for learners under 22) with a GPA of 2.75 or higher, and earn admission to ASU!
Earn admission from a top-ranked U.S. research university.
Thousands of international students from 175 countries enroll in ASU Earned Admission courses each year, taking the first step toward a degree from a leading U.S. university.
For learners under 22 with a highschool diploma or GED
Complete 24 credits through ASU Universal Learner Courses.
For learners 22 and older with a high school diploma or GED
Complete 12 credits through ASU Universal Learner Courses.
After completing the required courses with a GPA of 2.75 or higher, you’ll meet ASU’s general admission requirements.
Submit your ASU application early to ensure that your transfer credits are evaluated and that your support team can provide personalized advice on course selection.
Join learners from 175 countries around the world.
Explore courses in high-demand fields
Choose from over 60 courses in high-demand fields like Data Analytics, Global Management and Engineering. All courses are taught by ASU’s expert faculty and prepare you for careers in rapidly growing industries.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, with a few exceptions: learners cannot be located in a country that has restrictions of applicable embargoes and sanctions issued by the U.S. government. Earned Admission learners would need to complete the application for international students.
Earned Admission’s Universal Learner Courses can be taken without proof of English proficiency. If you’re interested in applying for a degree and English is not your first language, ASU requires proof of English language proficiency. Check accepted English language tests here.
Yes! ASU degree programs welcome international learners at all stages—first-year students, transfer students and graduate students. Learn more about specific requirements:
• First-year student requirements
• Transfer student requirements
Take your first step towards a brighter future
ASU Earned Admission is your pathway to an ASU degree. Get a high-quality education and open doors to new career opportunities, all while having the flexibility to learn at your own pace.