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Best Value Finance and Financial Management Services Colleges in Arizona

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

Arizona's finance programs show a striking earnings gap, with University of Arizona graduates earning $60,023 annually compared to Northern Arizona University's $47,930. Arizona State University offers the strongest value proposition at just $13,670 net cost while delivering $56,748 in graduate earnings. The state's growing financial services sector, anchored by companies like Banner Health and expanding fintech operations, creates solid career opportunities for finance graduates across Phoenix and Tucson markets.
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Programs
$13,571 – $21,931
Net Price Range
$53,273
Avg. Program Earnings
50.6%
Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Finance and Financial Management Services Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price Program Earnings In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $13,670 $56,748 $12,051 67.8% 89.8%
2 $15,960 $60,023 $13,626 65.9% 86.8%
3 $13,571 $49,306 $9,552 19.5%
4 $14,922 $47,930 $12,652 56.9% 80.0%
5 $21,931 $52,357 $17,450 43.0% 77.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the dramatic cost difference between public and private finance programs in Arizona?

Public universities like Arizona State ($13,670 net cost) and University of Arizona ($15,960) benefit from state funding, while private institutions like Grand Canyon University charge $21,931 net cost. University of Phoenix actually offers the lowest net cost at $13,571 but carries significantly higher debt loads at $44,801 compared to public schools averaging under $20,000.

How do graduation rates correlate with program costs in Arizona finance programs?

Higher-cost programs don't guarantee better completion rates in Arizona's finance market. Arizona State maintains a solid 67.80% graduation rate at moderate cost, while Grand Canyon University achieves only 43% despite charging the highest net price. University of Phoenix shows the most concerning pattern with just 19.50% graduation rates.

Where do Arizona finance graduates find the best earning potential after graduation?

University of Arizona leads earnings at $60,023 annually, justifying its slightly higher $15,960 net cost. Arizona State follows closely at $56,748 with lower costs, creating the best value ratio. The $12,000+ earnings gap between top and bottom programs reflects Arizona's varied financial job market from entry-level banking to corporate finance roles.

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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.