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Cheapest Electrical Colleges in Arizona

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

Arizona State University's Campus Immersion program delivers electrical engineering education for just $13,670 annually, creating a massive $26,313 cost gap compared to Embry-Riddle's $39,983 price tag. This affordability matters in Arizona's expanding tech market, where Intel and Raytheon actively recruit electrical engineers to support semiconductor manufacturing and defense technologies. Northern Arizona University graduates command the highest starting salaries at $74,890, while public institutions maintain acceptance rates above 79 percent.
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Programs
$13,670 – $39,983
Net Price Range
$69,529
Avg. Program Earnings
60.7%
Avg. Graduation Rate

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Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $13,670 $12,051 67.8% 89.8%
2 $14,922 $12,652 56.9% 80.0%
3 $15,960 $13,626 65.9% 86.8%
4 $21,931 $17,450 43.0% 77.9%
5 $39,983 $42,204 69.8% 68.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the $26,000 cost difference between Arizona's cheapest and most expensive electrical engineering programs?

Arizona State University Campus Immersion charges $13,670 compared to Embry-Riddle's $39,983, reflecting the public versus private divide. Public universities receive state funding that significantly reduces tuition costs, while private institutions like Embry-Riddle rely on higher tuition to fund specialized facilities and smaller class sizes.

How do graduation rates compare across Arizona's electrical engineering programs?

Embry-Riddle leads with a 69.80% graduation rate despite its high cost, followed closely by Arizona State at 67.80%. Northern Arizona University lags at 56.90%, while Grand Canyon University manages only 43.00% completion rates for electrical engineering students.

Does attending a more expensive electrical engineering program guarantee higher earnings in Arizona?

Northern Arizona University graduates earn $74,890 annually despite the program costing only $14,922, outpacing Embry-Riddle graduates who earn $61,020 after paying $39,983. This data suggests program cost doesn't directly correlate with post-graduation salary potential in Arizona's tech market.

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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.