ASU support for Los Angeles

If you are a student or family member who lost your school or home in the recent wildfires, we are here for you.

Support and resources for students considering ASU and those admitted to ASU for fall 2025

ASU’s Charter states that our university “... assumes fundamental responsibility for the economic, social, cultural and overall health of the communities it serves.” Supporting school communities affected by the wildfires in Los Angeles reflects this commitment. At ASU, we believe every student deserves access to a high quality education, no matter their circumstances.

We understand that many college-bound students and their parents may have questions and concerns about their educational plans. To support students, families and schools impacted by the devastating fires, ASU is proud to offer the following support to students in Los Angeles.

Additionally, ASU has heard from our applicants in the L.A. region who have had ACT/SAT tests cancelled, disruptions in internet service, and challenges regarding access to transcripts. Remember, the ASU admissions team will lift deadlines and application requirements that place an unnecessary burden on students and families. ASU does not require standardized tests for admission or consider test scores for scholarships.

ASU is prepared to customize solutions based on the individual needs of students and their families.

Contact Brad Baertsch, Sr. Director, Enrollment Services to let ASU know how we can help.

Ask Brad

ASU guarantees pathways to admission for LA-area students impacted by wildfires

Additional options for impacted students and families

For students who need access to K-12 and/or college-level classes now

Updates from the ASU California Center in Downtown Los Angeles

ASU buildings are open and fully operational

ASU is monitoring wildfires in Los Angeles and their impacts on our university community.

The ASU California Center Broadway and Grand buildings are open. Studios, classrooms and workspaces will continue to be open to faculty, staff and students during normal operational hours.

N95 masks are available at the front desks of the Grand and Broadway buildings for voluntary use by anyone in need.

Current ASU Student Support

Current students enrolled at ASU's California Center can contact the dean of students for assistance by emailing [email protected] or calling 213-510-6961. Phoenix campus students should reach out to their respective dean of students by emailing [email protected] or calling 480-965-6547.

If you are a currently enrolled student impacted by the wildfires and anticipate that you will be unable to physically attend classes for the foreseeable future, we will work with you to change your schedule to include online courses so that you can take advantage of remote options.

We can also support you by switching your semester start to spring session B, which begins on March 17, 2025.

For any scheduling accommodations, please contact your advisor (contact information can be found on My ASU in the Academic Support Team box) or contact us directly at [email protected].

If you are impacted by the wildfires, please let your instructors know. We have encouraged your professors to be flexible with class requirements for students affected by the wildfires.

Prospective Students

We have informed prospective students and their families that accommodations will be made for upcoming priority dates and deadlines. We encourage them to work with their high school counselors or contact their assigned ASU admission team member for guidance.

Spring 2025 Semester Plans at the ASU California Center in Los Angeles

Below are the latest updates regarding the start of the spring 2025 semester at the ASU California Center in downtown Los Angeles:

Student housing: Students moved into campus housing on Saturday, Jan. 11. If any student in campus housing is in need of support, please contact [email protected] so our housing team can assist.
Open Facilities: Both the ASU California Center Broadway and Grand buildings, including classrooms and studios, are open to faculty, staff and students.

ASU will keep you informed via updates to this page and and through your ASU email if there are any changes to our current plans.

Our thoughts are with you and your families during this difficult time. Please stay safe.