6 Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology Programs
| # | School | Net Price | In-State Tuition | Graduation Rate | Acceptance Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
University of Phoenix-Arizona
Phoenix, Arizona
|
$13,571 | $9,552 | 19.5% | |
| 2 |
Arizona State University Campus Immersion
Tempe, Arizona
|
$13,670 | $12,051 | 67.8% | 89.8% |
| 3 |
University of Arizona
Tucson, Arizona
|
$15,960 | $13,626 | 65.9% | 86.8% |
| 4 |
Prescott College
Prescott, Arizona
|
$20,906 | $35,685 | 35.9% | 98.4% |
| 5 |
Arizona Christian University
Glendale, Arizona
|
$32,383 | $34,697 | 41.4% | 70.1% |
| 6 |
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott
Prescott, Arizona
|
$39,983 | $42,204 | 69.8% | 68.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What explains the $26,000 cost difference between the cheapest and most expensive programs?
University of Phoenix-Arizona operates as a for-profit online institution with lower overhead costs, resulting in their $13,571 net price. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University charges $39,983 as a specialized private nonprofit with extensive campus facilities and smaller class sizes.
How do graduation rates compare between affordable and expensive programs?
Arizona State University achieves a 67.80% graduation rate at just $13,670 annually, matching Embry-Riddle's 69.80% rate despite costing $26,000 less. University of Phoenix shows a concerning 19.50% graduation rate, suggesting that lowest cost doesn't always mean best value.
Do graduates from these programs earn similar salaries?
Arizona State graduates earn $41,565 while Embry-Riddle graduates make $41,937, showing virtually identical outcomes despite the massive tuition difference. This $372 salary gap hardly justifies paying an additional $26,000 in annual costs.
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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.