Family and Consumer Economics at Arizona State University Digital Immersion

ASU's digital Family and Consumer Economics program produces graduates who earn about $4,000 less than the national average for this field, but the story changes when you look at Arizona specifically. Among the three Arizona schools offering this program, ASU Digital ranks at the 60th percentile—meaning it's competitive within the state, even though it underperforms nationally. The $36,280 starting salary, while modest, comes with reasonable debt of $24,752, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.68.

The 16% earnings growth over four years is encouraging, bringing graduates to nearly $42,000 by their fourth year out. This trajectory suggests the program builds practical skills that become more valuable with experience. Given that 38% of students receive Pell grants, the program appears to serve students from diverse economic backgrounds while keeping debt levels close to national norms for this field.

For Arizona families, this program represents solid value—particularly if your child plans to stay in-state where the credential appears well-regarded. The digital format may also appeal to students seeking flexibility, and the robust sample size gives confidence in these outcomes. While this isn't a high-earning field nationally, ASU's version delivers competitive results within Arizona's job market.