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Cheapest Communication and Media Studies Colleges in Arizona

Ranked by lowest net price after financial aid. See our methodology.

Arizona's Communication and Media Studies programs show dramatic cost differences, with University of Phoenix-Arizona charging just $13,571 compared to Ottawa University-Surprise at $35,081. Arizona State University stands out with an 89.75% acceptance rate and $39,779 median earnings for graduates. The state's expanding tech sector, anchored by companies like Intel and Raytheon, creates opportunities for communication professionals in corporate media, technical writing, and digital marketing roles across the Phoenix and Tucson metropolitan areas.
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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 In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $13,571 $9,552 19.5%
2 $13,670 $12,051 67.8% 89.8%
3 $14,922 $12,652 56.9% 80.0%
4 $15,960 $13,626 65.9% 86.8%
5 $21,931 $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 $21,000 cost difference between the cheapest and most expensive programs?

University of Phoenix-Arizona leads at $13,571 net price as a for-profit institution, while Ottawa University-Surprise reaches $35,081 as a private nonprofit. The three public universities cluster between $13,670 and $15,960, making them consistently affordable options for in-state students.

How do graduation rates vary among Arizona's Communication programs?

Arizona State University achieves the highest graduation rate at 67.80%, followed by University of Arizona at 65.90%. In contrast, University of Phoenix-Arizona graduates only 19.50% of students despite having the lowest net price, while Ottawa University-Surprise manages just 22.50%.

Does earning potential justify the cost differences between schools?

University of Arizona graduates earn the highest median salary at $41,844, while Northern Arizona University and Grand Canyon University graduates both average $33,138. University of Phoenix-Arizona produces middle-range earnings of $40,233 despite being the most affordable option at $13,571.

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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.