Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 18.7%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 19.5%
- Retention Rate
- 40.9%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $37,752
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $31,553
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 132:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 28.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $335/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. | Certificate | $124,271 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master | $100,487 | $31,196 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Doctoral | $98,670 | $66,759 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Doctoral | $91,744 | $90,679 |
| Bioethics/Medical Ethics. | Master | $88,596 | $24,376 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $88,250 | $15,273 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Doctoral | $77,536 | $76,500 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Certificate | $70,456 | |
| Educational/Instructional Media Design. | Doctoral | $70,456 | $79,671 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $67,660 | $34,165 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Certificate | $67,660 | |
| Management Information Systems and Services. | Master | $65,544 | $39,142 |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Doctoral | $65,387 | $77,545 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Certificate | $63,005 | $24,378 |
| Computer Programming. | Certificate | $63,005 | $7,125 |
Outcomes Overview
University of Phoenix graduates face significant financial challenges after earning their degrees. The median debt of $31,553 creates monthly payments of $335, consuming about 11% of graduates' typical $37,752 annual earnings. This debt-to-income ratio of 84% substantially exceeds the recommended 40% threshold for manageable student loans. Only 28% of borrowers successfully repay their loans on schedule. The school attracts working adults seeking career advancement in business, healthcare, and technology fields, with women comprising 71% of students. Despite a strong 92% employment rate, graduates often struggle to translate their degrees into significant salary increases. The financial burden combined with modest earning potential makes this a weak return on investment.