University of Arizona — Tucson, AZ

Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General

at University of Arizona · Tucson, AZ

Moderate Value

Could go either way

The Bottom Line

↑Grads earn about $32,382/yr starting out — that's 8% more than skipping college
⏱Takes about 31 years to earn back what you spent
$Students on financial aid pay about $16,674/yr after grants & scholarships (varies by family income) — $73,846 total with loan interest

Listed Price

$29,423/yr

Starting Salary

$32,382

Finish Rate

67.5%

Household Income

$29,423/yr

Full sticker price — tuition, housing, and fees before any aid

Students on financial aid pay $16,674/yr after grants & scholarships (saves $12,749/yr)

4 Years Total

$117,692

Typical Debt

$19,620

Interest You'd Owe

+$7,150

What You'd Really Pay

$73,846

That's about $223/month for 10 years after you graduate

You'd earn (with degree)$323,820

Without college$300,000

Total cost of degree$73,846

Pays for Itself In

31 yrs

Salary Boost

+8%

Ahead After 10 Years

$249,974

How We Scored This

Salary vs. Cost38.5/40

Do you earn enough to justify the price?

Payoff Speed0/25

How fast do you earn back what you spent?

Salary Boost1.1/20

How much more than skipping college?

Graduation Rate10.1/15

Will you actually finish?

Data from the U.S. Department of Education. Salaries are what recent grads typically earn — yours could be higher or lower.

Costs can change. These numbers don't adjust for where you live, and only cover students who used federal financial aid. Not financial advice.