Median Earnings (1yr)
$61,117
95th percentile
60th percentile in Arizona
Median Debt
$22,000
15% below national median

Analysis

ASU's Digital Immersion business program delivers exceptional value that punches well above its weight nationally. With first-year earnings of $61,117β€”placing it in the 95th percentile nationally and significantly above both the national median ($45,703) and Arizona median ($53,770)β€”your child would be entering a program that consistently produces strong earning potential. The $22,000 median debt is reasonable, creating a healthy debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.36 that positions graduates for financial success right out of college.

What makes this particularly compelling is the program's strong trajectory: earnings grow 16% from year one to year four, reaching $70,685. While it ranks in the 60th percentile within Arizona (still above the state median), the national performance tells the real storyβ€”this program outperforms 95% of similar business programs across the country. Among Arizona's top business programs, ASU Digital Immersion ties for second place with the traditional Campus Immersion program, demonstrating that the digital format doesn't compromise outcomes.

The bottom line: this program offers excellent return on investment with manageable debt and strong earning potential that exceeds most alternatives. For families seeking a respected business degree with proven employment outcomes, ASU's digital program represents a smart financial choice that delivers both immediate earning power and solid growth prospects.

Where Arizona State University Digital Immersion Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all business administration, management and operations bachelors's programs nationally

Earnings Distribution

How Arizona State University Digital Immersion graduates compare to all programs nationally

Earnings Over Time

How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation

School1 Year4 YearsGrowth
Arizona State University Digital Immersion$61,117$70,685+16%
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott$66,999$77,767+16%
Arizona State University Campus Immersion$61,117$70,685+16%
University of Arizona$50,924$63,033+24%
Grand Canyon University$53,770$59,157+10%

Compare to Similar Programs in Arizona

Business Administration, Management and Operations bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Arizona (21 total in state)

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SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Arizona State University Digital ImmersionScottsdaleβ€”$61,117$70,685$22,0000.36
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-PrescottPrescott$42,204$66,999$77,767$20,5080.31
Arizona State University Campus ImmersionTempe$12,051$61,117$70,685$22,0000.36
University of Phoenix-ArizonaPhoenix$9,552$58,268$56,533$42,3860.73
DeVry University-ArizonaPhoenix$17,488$55,102$55,550$46,7970.85
Aspen UniversityPhoenix$6,264$54,922β€”$24,7960.45
National Medianβ€”$45,703β€”$26,0000.57

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with business administration, management and operations graduates

Computer and Information Systems Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis, and computer programming.

$171,200/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Architectural and Engineering Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as architecture and engineering or research and development in these fields.

$167,740/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers

Define, plan, or execute biofuels/biodiesel research programs that evaluate alternative feedstock and process technologies with near-term commercial potential.

$167,740/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Financial Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate accounting, investing, banking, insurance, securities, and other financial activities of a branch, office, or department of an establishment.

$161,700/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Treasurers and Controllers

Direct financial activities, such as planning, procurement, and investments for all or part of an organization.

$161,700/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Investment Fund Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate investment strategy or operations for a large pool of liquid assets supplied by institutional investors or individual investors.

$161,700/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Natural Sciences Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these fields.

$161,180/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Clinical Research Coordinators

Plan, direct, or coordinate clinical research projects. Direct the activities of workers engaged in clinical research projects to ensure compliance with protocols and overall clinical objectives. May evaluate and analyze clinical data.

$161,180/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Water Resource Specialists

Design or implement programs and strategies related to water resource issues such as supply, quality, and regulatory compliance issues.

$161,180/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Compensation and Benefits Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate compensation and benefits activities of an organization.

$140,360/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Human Resources Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate human resources activities and staff of an organization.

$140,030/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Sales Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate the actual distribution or movement of a product or service to the customer. Coordinate sales distribution by establishing sales territories, quotas, and goals and establish training programs for sales representatives. Analyze sales statistics gathered by staff to determine sales potential and inventory requirements and monitor the preferences of customers.

$138,060/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree
About This Data

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)

Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Arizona State University Digital Immersion, approximately 38% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.

Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.

Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.

Sample Size: Based on 1015 graduates with reported earnings and 988 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.