Transforming Higher Education with the #1 Most Innovative University in the U.S.
In 2019, Arizona State University and Cintana Education joined together to form the ASU-Cintana Alliance, a global network of universities working together to bring the best of higher education to students in their regions. ASU and Cintana have a goal to extend the network to 65 global institutions by 2030.
As a Public Benefit LLC, Cintana leverages ASU’s innovative resources and Becker’s expertise in building global education networks to help universities break through barriers to quality and scale, driving transformational impact in education worldwide.
The partnership aligns with ASU’s mission to scale its impact globally, allowing the university to extend its educational resources, contribute to global education innovation and expand its influence far beyond traditional one-on-one university collaborations.
Arizona State University is a leading public research institution with a commitment to inclusivity and impact. ASU is dedicated to advancing research that benefits communities, assuming responsibility for the social, cultural, and economic well-being of society.
Top U.S. public university for international students
Institute for International Education
Top 10 in total research expenditures (non-medical)
National Science Foundation
1 in U.S. and 9 globally for impact
Times Higher Education
Top 10 among U.S. universities for patents
National Academy of Inventors
ASU exists to democratize education, to bring it to the people who need it most. With Cintana, we’re scaling that ambition globally, helping other universities achieve excellence while serving their unique local communities.
Michael M. Crow
ASU President
ASU BENEFITS
Cintana Alliance institutions that are partnerned with ASU are the only universities around the world that are Powered by Arizona State University. Powered by ASU is more than just a phrase. It’s a world-class learning experience powered by the #1 most innovative university in the U.S. It represents a comprehensive, deeply embedded partnership with ASU which promises a transformative educational experience for every student in the Cintana Alliance.
Content Repository: Access a vast digital library of content and curriculum from ASU's catalog of over 200 online degree programs.
Co-teaching and co-learning experiences between the best universities in the world
Study Abroad Opportunities: Opportunities for student exchange programs, summer and short-term programs in the U.S. and with other regional Cintana Alliance partner institutions
Opportunities to participate in dual degrees, accelerated master's degrees, certificates and immersion programs for qualified students.
Online Enablement: Enhance digital learning capabilities with ASU’s online curricula.
Academic and Research Collaborations: Facilitate faculty collaborations with ASU counterparts, fostering joint research and academic growth.
Hybrid and blended learning supported by ASU's state-of-the-art academic resources.
Smart campus design to enable virtual international learning experiences.
A faculty development program to enhance teaching and research outcomes.
Access to English language instruction that will prepare students to express themselves fluently in English in their academic, social and professional lives
