Engineering-Related Fields at University of Arizona

University of Arizona's Engineering-Related Fields program produces graduates earning $75,109 one year out—a figure that looks strong nationally (82nd percentile) but tells a more complicated story within Arizona. With only three schools offering this program in the state, the $76,149 median puts Arizona State's offerings slightly ahead. That said, the difference amounts to roughly $1,000 annually, and Arizona graduates here carry notably less debt than the state median ($24,777 versus $31,000). The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.33 means graduates owe about four months of salary, which is manageable by any standard.

The small sample size—fewer than 30 graduates—should temper your confidence in these numbers. Year-to-year volatility is common with small cohorts, and one or two high earners can skew the median significantly. Still, the fundamentals look sound: reasonable debt burden, earnings well above the national median, and outcomes comparable to ASU despite Arizona's more accessible 86% admission rate.

For families choosing between Arizona schools, this program offers similar financial outcomes to ASU with potentially easier admission and lower debt. The engineering-adjacent nature of this degree (rather than core engineering) means you should verify the specific career paths it supports, but the earnings suggest employers value it. At this debt level, graduates have breathing room even if they don't land top-tier positions immediately.