University High School

05/05/2026

Congratulations to senior Vikram Narendran for becoming the first-ever tennis three-peat state champion! He defeated his opponent 6-1 and 6-4, and is nationally ranked besides! Amazing job, Vikram!

05/04/2026

University High School constituent groups are teaming up to save our writing specialist position! Check out the testimonials for this position unique to University among Tucson schools and how you can support this position!

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01/30/2026

Congratulations to party PHANTOM for their win in this year's debate and mock election! We are so proud of all our students' hard work and dedication. Their propaganda will be featured at tomorrow's inaugural dance. We'll see you there!

01/28/2026

In case you missed it, here is the YouTube livestream link for the UHS debate!

This debate is a course project among all AP government classes at University High School and does not reflect the personal or political views of Tucson Unif...

11/14/2025

Sneak peek at the last couple of weeks for the RUHS Marching Band!

11/14/2025

Both the Rincon and University communities would like to offer a huge shout-out to the RUHS marching band and colorguard for some outstanding recent accomplishments as they present this year's show, "Hush."
- earned 2nd place in region AAAAA at the U of A Band Day on Saturday, November 1,
- hosted the TUSD Band Expo on Tuesday, November 4,
- earned 5th place at the Arizona state championships on Saturday, November 8,
- Proud representation at the Veteran's Day Parade on Tuesday, November 11.
Below are just a few pictures for these events. Thank you to Mr. Marchant, Mr. Phillips, and Ms. Hamilton, and the entire band/colorguard staff and parent volunteer corps...not to mention all the students...for a job well done! They have so much more to do, but this was a busy stretch!

10/28/2025

We are proud to announce that University High School had 20 Commended Students in the 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program.
(3 are not pictured) Congratulations!

10/25/2025

Non-TUSD 8th graders can still apply to University High for the 2026-2027 school year until October 30th!

Applying online lets us know you're interested in attending UHS and registers you to test. Admissions to UHS is determined by CogAT (Cognitive Abilities Test) score and core GPA. Apply today at uhs.tusd1.org!

What's at UHS? --> An inclusive, diverse, future-focused community of learners! UHS has been ranked the #1 Comprehensive high school in the state of Arizona for ten years on the US News Report of best schools in the nation! We continue to lead our state in AP and Benchmark test scores, tutoring and support available to our students, highly qualified educators, and extracurricular opportunities with over 90 student-lead clubs and organizations. UHS is an incredible place to explore interests and passions, develop lasting learning skills, build life-long relationships, and seize opportunity!

10/22/2025

TUSD 7th grade students and out-of-district 8th grade students have the opportunity to participate in CogAT test prep sessions at University High School! The CogAT is used by UHS for admissions consideration. See the flyer below for details.

10/21/2025

Calling all Middle Schoolers! We hope to see you Thursday night at...

UHS Prospective Penguin Information Night
Thursday, October 23rd from 6pm-7pm
Hosted at 421 N. Arcadia Ave in the RUHS South Gym

This event is for parents and students of 6th, 7th and/or 8th graders who want to learn more about University High School and what we have to offer. We will have presentations on academics, activities and the admissions process. There will be student guest speakers and a student panel for questions. We hope to share everything you want to know about the opportunities that await at University High School!