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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Glendale, AZ

Arizona Christian University

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in AZ. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$34,697

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

74.4%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

43.2%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$51,612

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Arizona Christian University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Glendale, AZ. With a competitive tuition profile of $34,697, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 43.2% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$138,788

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

6.4 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$21,612

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$77,332

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$293,452

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 43%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Arizona Christian University is $23,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
41.0%
59.0%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
48.4%
Hispanic
26.7%
Black
11.2%
Two or more
7.4%
International
2.8%
Asian
1.1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
1.1%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.8%
Unknown
0.4%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

3

Burglary

1

Theft

1

Assault

1

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$34,697

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$30,451
$30k - $48k$32,794
$48k - $75k$32,719
$75k+$32,025

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$23,000
Pell Grant Recipients33.2%
Using Federal Loans69.6%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment55.5%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$19,174
Pell Grant Recipients36.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

55.3%

Success

43.2%

In-State Cost

$34,697

Age 25+ Students

8.3%

Carnegie Class

Baccalaureate: Diverse

Working at 6yr

293 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Glendale (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Glendale (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.