Picture yourself at ASU’s
West Campus
Students who find their place on the serene West campus enjoy a small circle of close friends surrounded by lush landscaping, courtyards, fountains, and public art.
Living on campus
Life as a Sun Devil means building skills that lead to success — teamwork, critical thinking, networking and leadership. Living on campus is a great way to immerse yourself in college life, make new friends and connections all while being steps away from academic buildings, student services and campus dining locations. At ASU, first-year students are expected to live on campus. Many universities, including ASU, advocate on-campus living because research shows that students who spend their first year on campus are more likely to persist in their studies and graduate. In fact, at some institutions, students are required to live on campus for their first year of study (although exemptions can be requested). The key benefits of living on campus include:;
Explore Your Residential College
Residential Colleges at ASU provide first-year students the opportunity to live and study with peers who share similar academic and career interests. You’ll gain valuable hands-on experience in your chosen field of study as well as community engagement early in your college career, putting you on the right track for success at ASU and beyond.
It’s all about finding your fit!
Living on campus is a great opportunity to fully embrace the college lifestyle and set yourself up for success. If you and your family feel it's best for you to live at home, however, we encourage you to join a student club, see professors during office hours or study sessions, and engage in campus events throughout the year.
Things you may be thinking about:
Please reach out to us if you are feeling uneasy or would like to talk with someone about the cost of living on campus or making the transition to university life. We are here to help you explore the resources and support that are available to you.
Get involved and find your place
Being a Sun Devil is about making connections, embracing traditions, and learning lessons that will last a lifetime. Find out what motivates you to keep becoming the best version of yourself, and discover the student success resources and services that are here to help you make it happen. Join a student club, engage in ASU’s many events and activities, serve your community, or promote your idea for making the world a better place. Enjoy Sun Devil Life!
Student success tips and resources
Making connections and feeling a sense of belonging during your time at ASU is an important part of your personal development and overall well-being. Your community assistant or Dean of Students team can help you explore the many opportunities to engage and connect with peers and discover new interests and passions – from joining club to playing on an intramural sports team to community volunteering.
Helpful resources
Student Connection and Community
Student Clubs and Organizations
Sun Devil Fitness and Wellness
Your ASU education will ensure that you have opportunities to develop your skills and talents and apply them in and outside of the classroom. Whether it’s through service learning, internships, study abroad or research initiatives. As you shape your experiences and advance your individual academic and personal goals, resources like ASU’s Career and Professional Development Services will be ready to answer your questions, offer guidance, and provide support.
Helpful resources
Career and Professional Development Services
Student Accessibility and Inclusive Learning Services
Learning to maintain and nurture a sense of well-being is essential as an ASU student and throughout your life. ASU has many resources to help students practice self-care and connect with counseling services, wellness programming and other services that promote healthy lifestyles.
Helpful resources
Student Accessibility and Inclusive Learning Services
Student Advocacy and Assistance
Sun Devil Fitness and Wellness
The ASU experience includes learning to find, apply for and manage financial resources responsibly. There are several resources on campus that can assist you in finding funding options for your tuition, student living expenses and extracurricular activities in which you may wish to participate.
Helpful resources
Your time at ASU is intended for academic growth as well as identity exploration and the pursuit of meaning and purpose. Your Dean of Students team can put you in touch with university resources and engage in reflective conversations with you to support your growth in these areas.
Helpful resources
Career self-exploration and assessment tools
International Student Engagement
Multicultural Communities of Excellence