Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 17.7%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $40,870
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $6,750
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 14:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 24.6%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $72/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $57,811 | $6,937 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Associate | $49,436 | $6,750 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $42,682 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Certificate | $41,565 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $39,009 | |
| Legal Support Services. | Certificate | $38,289 | |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate | $36,668 | |
| Legal Support Services. | Associate | $33,993 | $9,452 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate | $32,467 | $9,000 |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Certificate | $29,685 | |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Certificate | $29,685 | |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services. | Associate | $29,685 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $28,019 | $9,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $21,052 | |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Associate | $20,687 |
Outcomes Overview
Phoenix College graduates earn a median of $40,870 ten years after completing their programs. With typical debt of $6,750, graduates face a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 17%, well below the concerning 20% threshold. Monthly loan payments of $72 represent only 2.1% of median monthly income. The college serves as a launching pad for healthcare, business, and technical careers in Arizona's growing economy. Nearly 95% of graduates find employment after completing their studies. Many transfer to four-year universities or enter Phoenix's expanding job market in sectors like healthcare support, retail management, and skilled trades. This represents a strong return on investment for career-focused students.