Arizona State University Campus Immersion
Tempe, Arizona · Public · 89.9% acceptance rate
ROI Score: 77/100 · Strong Value
Arizona State University Campus Immersion scores 77 (Strong Value) on the CampusROI scale. As the largest public university by enrollment in the United States at 64,674 students, ASU's aggregate Scorecard data reflects an extraordinarily diverse program mix — from A-grade Computer Science (708 graduates, $80,686 year-one) to F-grade Music ($15,721 year-one, debt-to-earnings 1.368). Median 6-year earnings of $42,200 and a 7.2-year payback period are solid for a large flagship. In-state tuition of $12,223 and net price of $14,967 make the cost structure accessible. The 68% completion rate is below the flagship average but typical for an institution with open-access admissions at this scale. The repayment rate at year 7 (67.6%) reflects the wide dispersion of outcomes across programs — strong for engineering and CS graduates, weak for arts and media graduates. Finance (436 graduates, $63,054 year-one), Business General (1,206 graduates) and Accounting (227 graduates) are among the highest-volume programs with solid outcomes. The SAT and ACT ranges are not reported for this institution's Scorecard entry.
Arizona State University Campus Immersion scores in the top 25% of all schools we track, with strong earnings outcomes relative to cost.
Arizona State University Campus Immersion
Quick Numbers
| In-state tuition + fees | $12,223/yr |
| Out-of-state tuition + fees | $33,139/yr |
| Average net price | $14,967/yr |
| Total 4-year cost (net) | $59,868 |
| Median earnings (10yr post-entry) | $62,668 |
| Median earnings (6yr post-entry) | $42,200 |
| Median debt at graduation | $19,500 |
| Estimated monthly loan payment | $207 |
| Estimated payback period | 7.2 years |
| 6-year graduation rate | 68.0% |
| Undergraduate enrollment | 64,674 |
Data as of 2024-2025. Source: College Scorecard API (U.S. Department of Education).
The Full Financial Picture
The sticker price at Arizona State University Campus Immersion is $12,223/year ($33,139/year out-of-state). But sticker price isn't what most students pay. After grants, scholarships, and financial aid, the average student pays a net price of $14,967/year, or roughly $59,868 over four years.
That net price varies significantly by family income. The lowest-income families (under $30,000/year) pay an average of $9,070/year, while families earning over $110,000 pay $24,296/year.
The median graduate leaves with $19,500 in federal loan debt, translating to an estimated monthly payment of $207 on a standard 10-year repayment plan. Against median earnings of $62,668 ten years out, the debt-to-earnings ratio is 0.46 - well within manageable territory.
Net Price by Family Income
What families actually pay after grants and scholarships, by income bracket.
| Family Income | Avg Net Price/Year |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $9,070 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $10,711 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $16,801 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $20,130 |
| $110,001+ | $24,296 |
Cost by Income Bracket Explained
Lower-income families (under $30K)
Students in the 0-30000 bracket pay $9,070 per year — $36,280 over four years. At this cost, CS, engineering, or nursing graduates at ASU produce returns that approach or exceed any institution in this database. The completion rate (68%) and program selection remain the key risk variables. Low-income students with clear STEM or health goals have access to an exceptional value proposition at ASU's in-state net price.
Middle-income families ($30K-$110K)
The 48001-75000 bracket pays $16,801 per year. This step up from the low-income bracket is notable — a $7,731 increase in annual cost. The financial case remains strong for STEM, business, and nursing graduates. Students in arts, fine arts, drama, or music should model their specific program outcomes against this cost; those programs' Scorecard data does not support the investment at most income levels.
Higher-income families ($110K+)
Families earning $110,001+ pay $24,296 per year — $97,184 over four years. CS, engineering, and nursing at this cost produce strong 4-6 year payback timelines. Out-of-state tuition of $33,139 per year changes the math significantly for non-Arizona families; the Strong Value designation assumes in-state pricing. Out-of-state students should run their own numbers against their target program.
Earnings by Major
Top 10 most popular majors at Arizona State University Campus Immersion with available earnings data.
| Major | Median Earnings | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Business, General | $72,002 | B |
| Psychology | $53,586 | C |
| Biology | $56,037 | C |
| Computer Science | $114,868 | A |
| Business Administration, Management, and Operations | $82,535 | B |
| Teacher Education | $53,195 | B |
| Finance and Financial Management | $90,960 | B+ |
| Marketing | $75,099 | B+ |
| Registered Nursing | $86,576 | B+ |
| Health/Medical Preparatory Programs | $55,043 | D |
Earnings reflect median 4-year post-completion (or 1-year where 4-year unavailable). Grades based on debt-to-earnings ratio.
Program Analysis
Why these programs deliver their earnings outcomes.
Computer Science
Computer Science is ASU's strongest program: 708 graduates, $80,686 year-one and $114,868 year-four. Debt-to-earnings of 0.242 (ROI grade A). Median debt of $19,500 against $80,686 year-one earnings is excellent. At a $14,967 net price, this may be among the best CS cost-to-outcome ratios in the country for a research university of this caliber. The Phoenix tech sector and ASU's national employer relationships support strong placement.
Finance and Financial Management
Finance had 436 graduates at $63,054 year-one and $90,960 year-four. Debt-to-earnings of 0.285 (ROI grade B+). Median debt of $18,000 is low for a finance program. The W.P. Carey School of Business has national recognition, and the year-four trajectory to $90,960 reflects finance graduates entering Phoenix and Scottsdale financial services and corporate finance tracks.
Registered Nursing
Nursing had 395 graduates at $78,180 year-one and $86,576 year-four. Debt-to-earnings of 0.342 (ROI grade B+). Median debt of $26,750 is moderate. Arizona's chronic nursing shortage creates strong local demand, and ASU's nursing program has direct clinical placement access through the Phoenix metro healthcare system. This is the highest-volume program in the mid-tier ROI range at ASU.
Computer Engineering
Computer Engineering had 91 graduates at $81,123 year-one and $112,543 year-four. Debt-to-earnings of 0.332 (ROI grade B+). Year-one earnings on par with CS but with an engineering specialization that opens hardware, embedded systems, and semiconductor roles. Intel, Microchip Technology, and Taiwan Semiconductor have significant Arizona operations that recruit directly from ASU's engineering programs.
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods
Management Sciences had 177 graduates at $73,618 year-one and $96,430 year-four. Debt-to-earnings of 0.243 (ROI grade A). Median debt of $17,877 is low, making this the strongest debt-adjusted return among ASU's business-track programs. Students in supply chain analytics, operations research, and quantitative business analysis will find strong employer demand in Phoenix's logistics and e-commerce infrastructure.
How Graduates Do
Earnings
Loan Repayment
| Metric | This School | Nat'l Avg |
|---|---|---|
| 1-year repayment | 66.0% | 52.0% |
| 3-year repayment | 70.1% | 62.0% |
| 5-year repayment | 62.7% | 68.0% |
| 7-year repayment | 67.6% | 72.0% |
Completion Rate
Admissions Snapshot
| Acceptance rate | 89.9% |
| Enrollment | 64,674 |
| Pell Grant recipients | 29.0% |
| Avg faculty salary (monthly) | $12,684 |
ASU's 89.9% admission rate makes entry accessible for essentially all applicants with a high school diploma. SAT and ACT ranges are not reported. The institution's charter is explicit: ASU does not exclude based on prior academic record; it provides access and measures success by graduate outcomes. For students, this means the evaluation question is not 'can I get in' but 'will I complete and in which program.'
Compared to Similar Schools
Peer institutions matched by type, size, and selectivity.
Scorecard peers include University of Arizona, Northern Arizona University, Michigan State University, University of Maryland Global Campus, and California State University Northridge. Among these, Michigan State is the most comparable in scale and research mission. ASU's campus immersion net price ($14,967) is lower than Michigan State's ($17,500-$19,000 range) and ASU's computer science outcomes ($80,686 year-one) are comparable. Northern Arizona University is a direct in-state peer at lower cost but with a significantly smaller program portfolio. ASU's completion rate (68%) lags Michigan State's (76%), which is the most meaningful structural difference in this comparison.
| School | ROI | Net Price | 10yr Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona State University Campus Immersion (this school) | 77 | $14,967 | $62,668 |
| California State University-Northridge | 80 | $7,021 | $59,115 |
| Michigan State University | 79 | $19,680 | $67,253 |
| University of Arizona | 75 | $16,674 | $59,979 |
| Northern Arizona University | 64 | $14,158 | $54,384 |
| University of Maryland Global Campus | 63 | $22,063 | $65,287 |
Who Thrives Here
ASU Campus Immersion admits 89.9% of applicants at the Tempe campus. SAT and ACT ranges are not reported. At 64,674 students, ASU is a city unto itself — the campus experience is urban and large-scale, with access to Phoenix metro employers across every sector. The Pell grant rate of 29.0% reflects moderate low-income representation for a flagship. Students who know their program and can navigate a large institution will find excellent STEM, business, and nursing outcomes. Students who are undecided or entering lower-earning programs should plan intentionally — the 68% completion rate and the long tail of F-grade programs in arts reflect real institutional risk for students without a clear academic path.
The Verdict: The Investment Pays Off
Arizona State University Campus Immersion delivers above-average financial returns for its graduates. At a net cost of $14,967 per year ($59,868 over four years), graduates earn a median of $62,668 ten years after enrollment. That puts the payback period at roughly 7.2 years - a solid return on the investment.
Key strengths include strong earnings premium over high school graduates, a 68.0% graduation rate, manageable debt relative to earnings. However, the data also shows concerning loan repayment rates.
Median debt of $19,500 against $62,668 in earnings is reasonable, though major choice matters significantly. Students in higher-earning programs will see better returns.
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Data: College Scorecard API (U.S. Department of Education)
Vintage: 2024-2025 · Last updated: 2026-03-25
Earnings reflect median outcomes for all federal financial aid recipients. Individual results vary by major, effort, and career path.