Guns, knives, and weapons are generally prohibited on school grounds, as provided by school policies and state and federal laws.

Although children in grades 1-12 are generally not eligible for a concealed carry weapon permit, older students on college campuses may be eligible for a concealed carry permit (CCP) in some states—also known as a concealed handgun license (CHL), license to carry (LTC), concealed carry license (CCL), or concealed carry weapon (CCW).

A student’s right to carry a concealed weapon on school grounds may be governed by state and federal laws, as well as school policies.

In Arizona, firearms and other weapons are generally not allowed on K-12 school grounds, in accordance with state law and school district policies. Arizona Revised Statutes § 13-3102 prohibits the possession of a firearm on school grounds unless the individual is a law enforcement officer or has obtained specific permission from the school administrator. For post-secondary institutions, such as colleges and universities, the rules can be different. While Arizona law allows individuals with a valid concealed carry permit to possess a firearm on public rights-of-way (such as roads and sidewalks) that cross through or adjacent to campus, carrying a concealed weapon directly on the campus grounds is typically not allowed without the institution's permission. However, some colleges may have policies that permit the storage of firearms in locked vehicles parked on campus. It's important to note that federal law, specifically the Gun-Free School Zones Act, also restricts firearms within 1,000 feet of school grounds, with certain exceptions. Students who are of legal age and meet the requirements may apply for a concealed carry permit in Arizona, but they must adhere to both state and federal laws, as well as the policies of the educational institution they attend when it comes to carrying on school property.