Arizona State University (ASU), ranked No. 1 “Most Innovative School” in the nation by U.S. News & World Report for five years in succession, has forged the model for a New American University by operating on the principle that learning is a personal and original journey for each student; that they thrive on experience, and the process of discovery cannot be bound by traditional academic disciplines. Through innovation and a commitment to accessibility, ASU has drawn pioneering researchers to its faculty even as it expands opportunities for qualified students.

ASU brings its model for a New American University to developing nations through ASU International Development, the university’s dedicated platform for international development projects. ASU’s innovative, evidence-based approaches to the most pressing challenges in priority development areas are supported by the unique capabilities of its use-inspired research, scalable educational infrastructure and talented students. ASU International Development connects implementers and funding organizations with ASU’s vast expertise, specialized knowledge across many disciplines, and evidence-based tools to design competitive bids and carry out successful projects with measurable results.