Aspen University
Aspen University is a private for-profit college or university in Phoenix, AZ, with about 18 programs reporting completions in the federal extract used on this page. It reports a completion rate of about 27.27% for the cohort window published by the Education Department—one yardstick, not the whole story of student success.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $6,870
- 2024 Average Net Price: $N/A After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,466 4.0% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 27.27%
Aspen University: what the data shows
Common questions about Aspen University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Aspen University?
Aspen University is located in Phoenix, AZ (ZIP 85040).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is Aspen University public or private?
Aspen University is a Private For-profit institution.
How much does Aspen University cost?
Published tuition: $6,870.
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $27,480.
How big is Aspen University?
Total enrollment: 1,466 students.
About 4% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Aspen University?
150%-time completion rate: 27.27%.
What do graduates of Aspen University earn?
Median earnings: $29,448 six years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $15,756.
9.76% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Aspen University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (2,297 completions)
- CIP 513811 (1,189 completions)
- CIP 513803 (517 completions)
- CIP 513802 (293 completions)
- Educational Administration & Support (80 completions)
- CIP 520201 (63 completions)
- CIP 422803 (44 completions)
- Early Childhood Education & Teaching (38 completions)
- CIP 520211 (25 completions)
- CIP 510705 (20 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Aspen University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 27.27%. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$6,870
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Aspen University was $6,870.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$N/A
2024 Value
In 2024 Aspen University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $N/A.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$27,480 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Aspen University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
9.76% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
10.09% 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 Aspen University 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 Aspen University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $6,150 | $6,150 | $21,326 |
| 2014 | $4,650 | $4,650 | $15,774 |
| 2015 | $3,750 | $3,750 | — |
| 2016 | $4,200 | $4,200 | — |
| 2017 | $4,230 | $4,230 | — |
| 2018 | $3,920 | $3,920 | $14,492 |
| 2019 | $3,920 | $3,920 | — |
| 2020 | $5,110 | $5,110 | $14,215 |
| 2021 | $5,110 | $5,110 | $15,952 |
| 2022 | $5,355 | $5,355 | $14,895 |
| 2023 | $6,264 | $6,264 | — |
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.
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
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
4.0% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Aspen University in 2024 is 1,466 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
N/A%
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.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
9.09% 100% Completion Time
27.27% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 9.09% of students graduating from Aspen University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Aspen University.
Return on Investment
$15,756 Median Student Debt
Financial value analysis for Aspen University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
CIP 51.3811: 1,189 completions
CIP 51.3803: 517 completions
CIP 51.3802: 293 completions
Educational Administration & Support: 80 completions
CIP 52.0201: 63 completions
CIP 42.2803: 44 completions
Early Childhood Education & Teaching: 38 completions
CIP 52.0211: 25 completions
CIP 51.0705: 20 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 2,297 completions
Most popular programs at Aspen University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Aspen University graduates.
About
Aspen University is a private for-profit institution located in Phoenix, AZ, offering 18 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 1,466 students. The institution maintains a 27.27% graduation rate. Approximately 9.76% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private For-profit
Location
Phoenix, AZ 85040
Region: Southwest
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 27.27% graduation rate at Aspen University falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
FAQ
How much does Aspen University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $6,870 and average net price is N/A in the latest College Scorecard data.
What is the graduation rate at Aspen University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 27.3% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Aspen University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $15,756.
How big is Aspen University?
Total enrollment is about 1,466 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Aspen University public or private?
Aspen University is a private for-profit institution located in Phoenix, AZ.
Is Aspen University an HBCU?
No. Aspen University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Aspen University a tribal college?
No. Aspen University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Aspen University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Aspen University does not meet that proxy (reported share 12.3%).
Is Aspen University religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Aspen University 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
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.