School of American Education (in partnership with Arizona State University)

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Earn Prestigious American Degree with Sunway University and Arizona State University​.

Sunway University has partnered with Arizona State University (ASU), ranked America’s most innovative university, to provide students with access to world-class U.S. degree programs. This collaboration enables students to experience authentic American education right here in Malaysia, with exceptional opportunities for global exposure and career advancement.​

Your Pathway to an American Degree​

With this strategic partnership, students have multiple options to earn their American degree:​

1. American Degree Program in collaboration with Arizona State University​

Students can complete a four-year degree at Sunway University, earning both a Sunway University degree and an Arizona State University degree upon fulfilling the requirements for both. This unique model allows students to receive a prestigious American qualification at a fraction the cost while benefiting from courses taught by both Sunway and ASU professors.​

Additionally, students gain access to ASU masterclasses and certifications, providing them with industry-relevant knowledge and skills. The global engagement opportunities through ASU and its partners ensure students graduate with an international outlook, making them highly competitive in the global job market.​

2. Arizona State University Pathway Programs​

Students also have the flexibility to transfer to ASU after their second or third year at Sunway University. The partnership enables students to transfer up to 90 credits to ASU, maximizing credit recognition and streamlining the pathway to a degree from one of the top universities in the world.​

Students have more than 20 pathways to transfer to ASU, ensuring diverse options for academic and career growth.​

For students who study at ASU for at least one year, the Optional Practical Training (OPT) provision allows them to work in the U.S. for one-year post-graduation, while STEM majors can extend their OPT to three years, opening doors to international career opportunities.​

Additionally, the partnership provides exclusive scholarships for students transferring to ASU, making it even more accessible to pursue an education in the U.S.​

3. American Degree Transfer to Other Top Universities​

For students who prefer to explore other universities, the American Degree Program (ADP) at Sunway University offers flexibility in transferring to a wide range of highly ranked universities in the U.S. and Canada. Students can typically transfer 60 credits to their university of choice for degree completion. Our students have successfully transferred to prestigious institutions such as Cornell, Johns Hopkins, New York University, University of Michigan, University of Wisconsin, and Boston University.​

A Legacy of Excellence in the American Degree Program​

Since its inception in 1987, the American Degree Program at Sunway University has been a gateway for students to pursue a world-class education. Initially developed as a Twinning Program, it evolved into a Transfer Program patterned after the American university system. With the ASU partnership, students now have the added advantage of transferring up to three years of their studies to one of the top universities in the U.S.​

Take the First Step Towards Your American Dream​

With the Sunway-ASU collaboration, students can pursue a prestigious America degree with unmatched flexibility and global opportunities. Whether you choose to study in Malaysia, transfer to ASU, or explore other leading universities, the pathway is designed to help you achieve your academic and career aspirations.​

Start your journey today! Contact us to learn more about the American Degree Program and explore your options.​

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Dr Sim Tze Ying

Meet the Dean

Welcome to the School of American Education partnership with Arizona State University®

Welcome to the School of American Education in Collaboration with Arizona State University ®! As we take the next transformative step with Arizona State University (ASU)—ranked as the most innovative university in the U.S. for ten consecutive years by U.S. News & World Report 2025—I am thrilled about the boundless opportunities this partnership brings for our students.​

Associate Professor Dr Sim Tze Ying

Dean