Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Central Arizona College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Arizona
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities certificate's programs at peer institutions in Arizona (17 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Arizona College | $25,751* | $38,179 | $10,115 | — |
| Yavapai College | $28,830* | $35,326 | $10,362 | 0.36 |
| Coconino Community College | $25,751* | — | $10,750 | 0.42 |
| Cochise County Community College District | $25,716* | $30,583 | $9,750 | 0.38 |
| National Median | $27,024* | — | $9,375 | 0.35 |
Other Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities Programs in Arizona
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Arizona schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yavapai College Prescott | $2,838 | $28,830 | $10,362 |
| Coconino Community College Flagstaff | $2,712 | $25,751 | $10,750 |
| Cochise County Community College District Sierra Vista | $2,232 | $25,716 | $9,750 |
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 Central Arizona College, approximately 29% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 3 similar programs in AZ. Actual outcomes may vary.