These Tucson-Area Schools Are Among Arizona's Best For 2026-27: U.S. News

University High School and BASIS Tucson North led the Tucson area in U.S. News & World Report's 2026-27 rankings.

A Parent's Guide To After-School Activities In Tucson

From a brand partner: Explore local sports, arts, library programs, school-based care and enrichment opportunities for kids.

Free Backpacks, School Supplies Available At Tucson Back-To-School Event

TUSD students can get free backpacks and supplies while families connect with district staff and community partners.

100 Projects Coming To Tucson Schools This Summer Under $480M Bond

District officials said more than $111 million has been invested, with 100 bond projects planned for summer 2026.

4-Day School Week Approved For This Tucson High School: Here’s What That Means

The pilot at Palo Verde Magnet High won unanimous approval and is set to begin in the 2026-27 school year.

Hazing Allegations, Hospitalizations Prompt University Of Arizona Fraternity Probe

Six University of Arizona fraternities are under investigation for hazing, including Sigma Alpha Mu, Sigma Chi and Phi Delta Theta.

'Dedicated' Vail Teacher Gets Special Shout-Out: Meet Sarah!

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they’re valued and appreciated.

Free Tuition For Native Americans At University of Arizona

UArizona announced that it would provide free tuition for Native Americans from Arizona's 22 tribes who are seeking undergraduate degrees.

UA, ASU Join New Alliance of Hispanic Serving Research Universities​

The group features 20 research institutions and aims to increase Hispanic doctoral student enrollment and Hispanic faculty members.

UA Associate Professor Jessica Tierney Wins National Science Honor

The climatologist won the NSF's Waterman Award for her research into how past climate change helps us understand future climate change.

UA's Management Info Systems, Geology Rank Highest On Annual List

U.S. News and World Report released its annual Best Graduate Schools rankings and some of UA's programs were among the nation's best.

University Of Arizona, ASU Ordered To Sell Russian Investments

The Arizona Board of Regents ordered all 3 universities that it oversees to sell all of their Russian investments, amid its war in Ukraine.

Group Protests UA's Use Of Animals In Medical Training

Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine demonstrated at the medical campus Thursday with signs that read "Modernize Medical Training."

UA Gets Nearly $5M Grant To Support Hispanic Students In STEM

The grant from the Department of Education will establish Project CREAR, which will enhance programs for students and training for faculty.

Copies Of 'Maus' Banned Holocaust Novel Donated To Tucson Schools

The award-winning graphic novel was removed from a Tennessee school district's curriculum because of nudity and foul language.

Pima County Schools Strained By Lack Of COVID-19 Testing As FEMA Sites Open

The two sites can conduct and process up to 2,000 free-of-charge self-swab tests a day for appointments or walk-ups.

3 University of Arizona Professors Named AAAS Fellows

They are among 565 scientists, engineers and innovators recently recognized by the American Association for the Advancement of Science.

ASU, UA Top 10 In Online Bachelor's Programs: U.S. News

See where the universities rank in the study that was released Tuesday.

Tucson Unified School District Coronavirus Guideline Reminders

"Unfortunately with the increase of cases, TUSD has a limited number of Coronavirus tests available in our schools."

Tucson Unified School District Coronavirus Guideline Reminders

"Unfortunately with the increase of cases, TUSD has a limited number of coronavirus tests available in our schools."

Tucson Unified School District: Open Enrollment Deadline On January 7

Open enrollment gives you the freedom to choose the school that best fits your child’s passion.

Tucson Unified School District: Open Enrollment Deadline On January 7

Note: If your child already has an open enrollment/magnet placement and is continuing at the same school you do not need to reapply.

Updates On Returning To School – Tucson Unified School District Leadership

"If your child is not feeling well or has COVID, please keep them home until they are well."

College Financial Aid Applications In Tucson Area: Compare To AZ

See how FAFSA applications changed for Tucson area high schools.

4 AZ Colleges Among Best Universities In The World: U.S. News

U.S. News this week released its annual list ranking 1,750 universities throughout the world.

Vaccination Required For Arizona University Employees

The university president announced that the school would follow President Biden's executive order.

5 Tucson Schools Among 50 Best For Grades K-8: U.S. News

Tucson elementary and middle schools were included in the inaugural list ranking more than 80,000 U.S. schools.

Best Schools: How Tucson Schools Ranked In 2022 Niche List

The data analysis company Niche looked at academics, teachers and diversity in school districts serving Arizona and Tucson.

2 Tucson Schools Selected As U.S. Blue Ribbon Schools

In all, 325 U.S. schools received the honor for overall performance from the U.S. Department of Education, including five in Arizona.

Pima Community College To Forgive $2.7 Million In Debt

The college plans to use federal funds to forgive balances built up by more than 4,500 students during the pandemic.

Schools With Mask Mandates Won't Get Grant Money: Governor

Gov. Doug Ducey said $163 million in grants will go only to schools "following all state laws and remaining open for in-person instruction."

UArizona Research Shows Climate Change's Impact On U.S. Defense

Researchers worked with four military bases to identify potential climate-related threats facing their operations.

Back To School: Tucson 2021-22 School Calendar

Parents in Phoenix can mark the first day of school coming later this summer.

UArizona Psychologists Receive $2.9M To Study Couples' Emotions

The researchers are recruiting married or non-married couples who have lived together for at least six months.

UArizona Researchers Study Neuron Activity In The Brain

Craig M. Berge and Philipp Gutruf are creating new tools for a method called optogenetics, which shines light at specific neurons.

Despite COVID, UArizona Reports Strong Year For Innovation

Tech Launch Arizona, the commercialization arm of UArizona, received 274 invention disclosures – 11 more than the previous year.

UArizona Again Earns Top U.S. Ranking For Water Resources

The school is again ranked No. 1 in the U.S. and No. 2 globally in water resources in ShanghaiRanking's 2021 Global Ranking.

Instrument Ready To Discover New Planets

NEID will discover new planets by measuring the minute gravitational tug they make on their host stars.

Event Horizon Telescope Pinpoints Nearest Radio Galaxy

"This is the first time that the base of astrophysical jets is imaged at this resolution," said EHT collaborator Chi-kwan Chan.

UArizona: Mapping Extreme Snowmelt And Its Potential Dangers

To better understand the processes that drive rapid melting, researchers set out to map extreme snowmelt events over the last 30 years.