Electromechanical Instrumentation and Maintenance Technologies/Technicians at DeVry University-Arizona

DeVry's electromechanical program sits right at the national median for earnings ($62,864 initially), but the debt load tells a more troubling story. At $52,062, graduates carry debt in the 5th percentile nationally—meaning 95% of comparable programs leave students with less debt. That 0.83 debt-to-earnings ratio isn't catastrophic, but it means nearly a year's salary goes toward paying off a bachelor's degree that delivers middle-of-the-pack results.

The 15% earnings growth to $72,119 by year four offers some relief, and the program does rank at the 60th percentile among Arizona's limited options for this field (just two schools offer it statewide). However, with over half of students receiving Pell grants, that debt burden hits hardest for families who can least afford it. The small sample size—fewer than 30 graduates—adds uncertainty to these figures, though the pattern of high debt for median outcomes is consistent with for-profit institutions generally.

For families considering this path, the math suggests looking at community college or public university alternatives first. Arizona's technical programs at public institutions typically offer better debt-to-earnings ratios, and electromechanical skills are in demand regardless of where the degree comes from. If DeVry is the only accessible option due to scheduling or location, understand you're paying a premium that will take years to overcome.