Best public colleges in Arizona

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- Phoenix, AZ
- #224 nationally
- Overall Niche Grade: B
- Acceptance rate: 82%
- Net price: $13,764
- SAT Range: 1080-1270
#4. Arizona State University - Downtown Phoenix Campus
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- Flagstaff, AZ
- #209 nationally
- Overall Niche Grade: B
- Acceptance rate: 78%
- Net price: $16,059
- SAT Range: 940-1160
#3. Northern Arizona University
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- Tucson, AZ
- #63 nationally
- Overall Niche Grade: A-
- Acceptance rate: 87%
- Net price: $17,242
- SAT Range: 1120-1370
#2. University of Arizona
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- Tempe, AZ
- #38 nationally
- Overall Niche Grade: A
- Acceptance rate: 88%
- Net price: $14,653
- SAT Range: 1100-1320

This story features data reporting by Emma Rubin, writing by Jeff Inglis, and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 50 states.

#1. Arizona State University
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