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Best Value Communication and Media Studies Colleges in Arizona

Ranked by best return on investment (earnings vs. cost). See our methodology.

Arizona State University Campus Immersion delivers the strongest value proposition for Communication and Media Studies students, combining a $13,670 net price with $39,779 median earnings and a 67.8% graduation rate. The state's expanding tech corridor, anchored by companies like Intel and Banner Health, creates demand for skilled communicators. While private options like University of Phoenix offer similar costs at $13,571, their 19.5% graduation rate presents significant risk compared to public alternatives.
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Programs
$13,571 – $35,081
Net Price Range
$37,626
Avg. Program Earnings
45.3%
Avg. Graduation Rate

7 Communication and Media Studies Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price Program Earnings In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $13,571 $40,233 $9,552 19.5%
2 $13,670 $39,779 $12,051 67.8% 89.8%
3 $15,960 $41,844 $13,626 65.9% 86.8%
4 $14,922 $33,138 $12,652 56.9% 80.0%
5 $21,931 $33,138 $17,450 43.0% 77.9%
6 $32,383 $34,697 41.4% 70.1%
7 $35,081 $35,300 22.5% 28.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the dramatic graduation rate differences between Arizona schools?

University of Phoenix shows a concerning 19.5% graduation rate despite competitive pricing, while Arizona State University achieves 67.8% completion. This 48-percentage-point gap suggests institutional support and student preparation vary significantly across program types.

How do Arizona's public universities compare on return on investment?

University of Arizona graduates earn the highest median salary at $41,844 with moderate debt of $18,910, while Northern Arizona University produces the lowest earnings at $33,138. Arizona State falls between these at $39,779, offering solid middle-ground value.

Does the Arizona Promise Program affect Communication and Media Studies costs?

The Arizona Promise Program covers community college tuition for qualifying students, potentially reducing transfer costs to four-year programs. However, the program doesn't directly impact university-level Communication and Media Studies expenses, which range from $12,051 to $35,300 for in-state students.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.