University of Phoenix-Arizona
Phoenix, Arizona 85040
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for business — major research university
University of Phoenix-Arizona is a private institution in Phoenix with particular strength in business and health sciences.
A large campus of 77K undergraduates with a 132:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
20% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $37,752 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $13,571.
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
- •History Foundation and rapid growth (1970s–2000s) The University of Phoenix was founded in 1976 by John Sperling and John D.
- •In 1980, it expanded to San Jose, California, and launched its online program in 1989.
- •In 1994, UoPX leaders made the parent company, Apollo Group, public.
- •In 2004, Murphy thought that "the University of Phoenix abandoned its founding mission of solely serving working adult learners to admit virtually anyone with a high school diploma or GED.
Source: Wikipedia
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Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
40.0%
Median Debt at Grad
$16,690
Programs (113)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
41%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
585
Peer Average
240
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from AZ state average + large city premium