University of Phoenix Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
University of Phoenix-Arizona is a private for-profit university in Phoenix, Arizona, enrolling about 85,991 students. University of Phoenix-Arizona awards degrees and certificates tracked in federal College Scorecard and IPEDS reporting. Published tuition for full-time study is about $9,552 per year before aid; net price varies by family income. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $37,752 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $9,552
- 2024 Average Net Price: $13,520 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 85,991 100.0% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 20.84%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
- First-Generation Students: 54.4%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 0.3% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 7.1%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 143,551
- Room & Board: $7,460 annual estimate
University of Phoenix-Arizona: what the data shows
Common questions about University of Phoenix-Arizona, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of Phoenix-Arizona?
University of Phoenix-Arizona is located in Phoenix, AZ (ZIP 85040).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is University of Phoenix-Arizona public or private?
University of Phoenix-Arizona is a Private For-profit institution.
How much does University of Phoenix-Arizona cost?
Published tuition: $9,552.
Average net price after aid: $13,520.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $12,776 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $13,833 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $14,963 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $17,177 |
| $110,001+ | $19,150 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $38,208.
How big is University of Phoenix-Arizona?
Total enrollment: 85,991 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 143,551 students.
Graduate enrollment: 21,420 students.
About 100% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of Phoenix-Arizona?
150%-time completion rate: 20.84%.
First-year retention: 40.8%.
What do graduates of University of Phoenix-Arizona earn?
Median earnings: $35,359 six years after entry; $37,752 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $31,553.
49.81% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of Phoenix-Arizona known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Business Administration and Management, General (11,340 completions)
- Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician (1,446 completions)
- Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration/Management (1,433 completions)
- Information Technology (1,230 completions)
- Health/Health Care Administration/Management (1,050 completions)
- Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General (1,008 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration (849 completions)
- Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance (675 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (535 completions)
- Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other (486 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of Phoenix-Arizona a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 20.84%; median earnings $37,752 at 10 years; net price $13,520. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$9,552
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of Phoenix-Arizona was $9,552.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$13,520
2024 Value
In 2024 University of Phoenix-Arizona had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $13,520.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$54,080 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$13,520 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$38,208 4-Year Tuition
$7,460 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,416 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$18,428 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$73,712 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of Phoenix-Arizona.
Financial Aid by Income Level
49.81% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
62.50% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at University of Phoenix-Arizona was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for University of Phoenix-Arizona in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2014–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | $9,812 | $9,812 | $14,583 |
| 2015 | $10,554 | $10,554 | $17,015 |
| 2016 | $9,690 | $9,690 | $18,007 |
| 2017 | $9,608 | $9,608 | $15,023 |
| 2018 | $9,552 | $9,552 | $15,123 |
| 2019 | $9,552 | $9,552 | $12,944 |
| 2020 | $9,552 | $9,552 | $13,038 |
| 2021 | $9,552 | $9,552 | $13,365 |
| 2022 | $9,552 | $9,552 | $13,528 |
| 2023 | $9,552 | $9,552 | $13,571 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
University of Phoenix-Arizona reported total enrollment of about 85,991 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 33% male and 67% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (34.2%), Race/ethnicity unknown (24.8%), and Black or African American (23.8%). About 49.81% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 54.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
100.0% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of Phoenix-Arizona in 2024 is 85,991 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 143,551 students. Graduate enrollment is about 21,420 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
40.8%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 34.2%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
1.91% 100% Completion Time
20.84% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 1.91% of students graduating from University of Phoenix-Arizona completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Business Administration and Management, General: 35% male / 65% female
- Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician: 4% male / 96% female
- Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration/Management: 8% male / 92% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for University of Phoenix-Arizona.
Return on Investment
$31,553 Median Student Debt
$37,752 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
83.58% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
598.08% Return on Investment
8.4 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of Phoenix-Arizona.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 62 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Business Administration and Management, General: 11,340 completions
2. Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician: 1,446 completions
3. Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration/Management: 1,433 completions
4. Information Technology: 1,230 completions
5. Health/Health Care Administration/Management: 1,050 completions
6. Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General: 1,008 completions
7. Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration: 849 completions
8. Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance: 675 completions
9. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 535 completions
Most popular programs at University of Phoenix-Arizona.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of Phoenix-Arizona graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of Phoenix-Arizona from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 7.1%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $8,456
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $1,180
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
University of Phoenix-Arizona is a private for-profit institution located in Phoenix, AZ, classified as Doctoral/Professional Universities. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Business Administration and Management, General, Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician, Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration/Management. Enrollment is approximately 85,991 students. Student body composition includes White (34.2%), Race/ethnicity unknown (24.8%), Black or African American (23.8%). The 150%-time completion rate is 20.84%. Approximately 49.81% of students receive Pell Grants. About 54.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private For-profit
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
Location
Phoenix, AZ 85040
Region: Southwest
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 20.84% graduation rate at University of Phoenix-Arizona falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 62 distinct degree programs, University of Phoenix-Arizona provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is University of Phoenix-Arizona located?
University of Phoenix-Arizona is located in Phoenix, AZ.
How much does University of Phoenix-Arizona cost?
Reported tuition is $9,552 and average net price is $13,520 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $7,460 annually.
What is the student body demographics at University of Phoenix-Arizona?
University of Phoenix-Arizona reports undergraduate enrollment of about 143,551 students, White (34.2%), Race/ethnicity unknown (24.8%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend University of Phoenix-Arizona?
About 54.4% of students at University of Phoenix-Arizona are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of University of Phoenix-Arizona earn?
Median earnings are $35,359 six years after entry and $37,752 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of Phoenix-Arizona?
The 150%-time completion rate is 20.8% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of Phoenix-Arizona students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $31,553.
Is University of Phoenix-Arizona public or private?
University of Phoenix-Arizona is a private for-profit institution located in Phoenix, AZ.
Is University of Phoenix-Arizona an HBCU?
No. University of Phoenix-Arizona is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is University of Phoenix-Arizona a tribal college?
No. University of Phoenix-Arizona is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is University of Phoenix-Arizona a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, University of Phoenix-Arizona does not meet that proxy (reported share 11.7%).
Is University of Phoenix-Arizona religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for University of Phoenix-Arizona in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Arizona college costs
- Arizona colleges by ROI
- Phoenix, Arizona city profile
- Southwest regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Arizona
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.