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Arizona State University Campus Immersion delivers the state's strongest return on investment for English majors, with graduates earning $32,782 annually against a net cost of just $13,670. While Arizona's expanding tech sector creates demand for content creators and technical writers, the earnings gap between schools reaches $13,000, with Grand Canyon University graduates commanding $35,600 compared to Northern Arizona University's $22,602. The state's seven programs span from $13,571 to $35,081 in net costs.
7
Programs
$13,571 – $35,081
Net Price Range
$29,698
Avg. Program Earnings
44.5%
Avg. Graduation Rate

7 English Language and Literature, General Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price Program Earnings In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $13,670 $32,782 $12,051 67.8% 89.8%
2 $13,571 $30,962 $9,552 19.5%
3 $15,960 $26,546 $13,626 65.9% 86.8%
4 $21,931 $35,600 $17,450 43.0% 77.9%
5 $14,922 $22,602 $12,652 56.9% 80.0%
6 $20,906 $35,685 35.9% 98.4%
7 $35,081 $35,300 22.5% 28.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Arizona State University the best value for English majors?

Arizona State combines the lowest net cost at $13,670 with strong graduate earnings of $32,782, creating an excellent return on investment. The university maintains a 67.80% graduation rate while accepting nearly 90% of applicants, making quality education accessible.

How do private colleges compare to public options for English studies?

Grand Canyon University leads in graduate earnings at $35,600 but costs $21,931 annually, while public schools like University of Arizona offer comparable education at $15,960. Private for-profit schools show mixed results, with University of Phoenix offering low costs but only a 19.50% graduation rate.

Does location within Arizona affect English program outcomes?

Phoenix-area schools dominate the earnings data, with Grand Canyon University and University of Phoenix both producing graduates who benefit from the metro area's expanding job market. Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff shows the lowest graduate earnings at $22,602, reflecting regional employment differences.

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