University Of Arizona
1200 E University Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85721, United States Address: 1200 E University Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85721, United States Phone: +1 520-621-2211

The University of Arizona (Arizona, U of A, UArizona, or UA) is a public land-grant research university in Tucson, Arizona, United States. Founded in 1885 by the 13th Arizona Territorial Legislature, it was the first university in the Arizona Territory. The University of Arizona is one of three universities governed by the Arizona Board of Regents. As of Fall 2023, the university enrolled 53,187 students in 19 separate colleges/schools, including the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson along with the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix and the James E. Rogers College of Law. The university is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities – Very High Research Activity". UA also is a member of the Association of American Universities. The University of Arizona is affiliated with two academic medical centers, Banner – University Medical Center Tucson and Banner – University Medical Center Phoenix. Known as the Arizona Wildcats (often shortened to "Cats"), the UA's intercollegiate athletic teams were members of the Pac-12 Conference of the NCAA. The university joined the Big 12 Conference on August 2, 2024.[8] UA athletes have won national titles in several sports, most notably men's basketball, baseball, and softball.

The study of small microorganisms can make a difference on a big scale, including leading to lifesaving innovations. Embrace the unknown. Microbiology is the study of microorganisms and the role they play in human, animal and plant health. This Bachelor of Science offers students a base in modern biology, specifically how microorganisms interact with their surroundings. Coursework includes food safety and consumer health; plant pathology and microbiology; environmental microbiology; microbial genomics and biotechnology; and medical microbiology. Students research microbes such as bacteria, viruses, fungi and protozoa and touch on subjects such as bacteriology, parasitology, mycology, immunology and microbial genetics. This program cultivates students' expertise in preparation for highly specialized professions from biotechnology to medical science.

https://www.arizona.edu/degree-search/majors/microbiology

Proof of English proficiency is required for international applicants who hold citizenship from a country where English is not the official language.

 

Please check our English Requirement list to verify your need to submit an English proficiency test. 

 

Individual departments may require higher scores than the Graduate College and all tests must be dated within 2 years of the enrollment term to be considered valid.  The University of Arizona's institution code for sending official electronic score reports from ETS is 4832.

 

Acceptable English Proficiency Credentials:

Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - minimum score of 79 iBT or Home Edition iBT.  Individual MyBest scores must also be dated within 2 years of the enrollment term to be considered valid.

Note, for Master's programs, we also accept the TOEFL Essentials test with a minimum band score of 9.5. Individual programs may set higher English proficiency requirements, please contact your Graduate Program Coordinator if you have questions. The TOEFL Essentials Test is not an accepted test of English proficiency for doctoral programs.

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) - minimum composite score of 7, with no subject area below a 6 on IELTS or IELTS Online.  (The IELTS One Skill Retake is not not currently being accepted, but we are working on implementation and it will be accepted soon.)

Pearson PTE Academic - minimum score of 60

Graduate English Language Endorsement from the Center for English as a Second Language (CESL)

CEPT Full Academic test - offered by our Center for English as a Second Language (CESL), minimum Total score of 110.

The Graduate College does not accept Duolingo scores for demonstration of English Proficiency.

 

https://grad.arizona.edu/admissions/requirements/international-applicants#english-proficiency

 

Your University of Arizona application deadline varies depending on the semester you are applying for. Before you get started, review what you will need to apply, including test scores, transcripts, and more.

Starting Semester           Application Open            Application Deadline

Spring 2025                             May 6, 2024                   November 1, 2024

Summer 2025                          July 1, 2024                    May 1, 2025

Fall 2025                                     July 1, 2024                   May 1, 2025

*Maximum scholarship consideration, pending availability of funds, for non-resident (domestic, out-of-state) students is given to applicants who submit and complete their applications by the priority date of December 2, 2024. A complete application consists of a fully submitted application, paid or waived application fee, and completed self-reported coursework.

 

https://www.arizona.edu/admissions/first-year/deadlines

Please send the student details and documents to admissions@indoglobalstudies.org. IGS team will submit the application through INTO portal