Best colleges for Liberal Arts and Sciences in Arizona
Ranked by graduate earnings
Estrella Mountain Community College, Northern Arizona University and Arizona State University Campus Immersion award the most Liberal Arts and Sciences degrees in Arizona: 311, 243 and 98 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 29 Arizona colleges offer Liberal Arts and Sciences and award 9,392 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Liberal Arts and Sciences program, formally known as Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, offers a broad educational foundation in various disciplines. This program is designed for students seeking a well-rounded…
Top 3 bachelor's programs, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Northern Arizona University Flagstaff Public · Bachelor's degree | $43,752 | 243 | 61% | — | $21,600 |
| 2 | Arizona State University Digital Immersion Scottsdale Public · Bachelor's degree Online | $49,147 | 351 | 0% | — | $31,000 |
| 3 | The University of Arizona Global Campus Chandler Public · Bachelor's degree Online | $49,010 | 48 | 11% | $26,445 | $31,500 |
Top 10 certificate and associate programs
Shorter credentials, ranked separately so they are not compared with four-year degrees. Ranked by median earnings one year after completion (often called starting salary), College Scorecard.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mohave Community College Kingman Public · Associate degree | $34,557 | 99 | 38% | — | $15,000 |
| 2 | Chandler-Gilbert Community College Chandler Public · Associate degree | $33,709 | 227 | 30% | — | $6,625 |
| 3 | Yavapai College Prescott Public · Certificate | $28,830 | 708 | 34% | — | $9,946 |
| 4 | Eastern Arizona College Thatcher Public · Associate degree | $26,145 | 244 | 42% | — | $5,500 |
| 5 | Cochise County Community College District Sierra Vista Public · Certificate | $25,716 | 339 | 30% | — | $9,750 |
| 6 | Mesa Community College Mesa Public · Associate degree | $46,084 | 405 | 16% | — | $10,500 |
| 7 | Scottsdale Community College Scottsdale Public · Associate degree | $31,759 | 148 | 17% | — | $11,000 |
| 8 | Phoenix College Phoenix Public · Associate degree | $31,709 | 254 | 14% | — | $12,000 |
| 9 | Pima Community College Tucson Public · Associate degree | $31,002 | 2,265 | 28% | — | $8,939 |
| 10 | Central Arizona College Coolidge Public · Associate degree | $29,819 | 469 | 27% | — | $11,245 |
Colleges awarding the most Liberal Arts and Sciences degrees in Arizona
Top 6 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Certificate and associate programs, online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Estrella Mountain Community College Avondale Public | 311 | Not reported |
| 2 | Northern Arizona University Flagstaff Public | 243 | $43,752 |
| 3 | Arizona State University Campus Immersion Tempe Public | 98 | $49,147 |
| 4 | University of Arizona Tucson Public | 90 | Not reported |
| 5 | Prescott College Prescott Private not-for-profit | 4 | Not reported |
| 6 | Arizona Christian University Glendale Private not-for-profit | 3 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 23 Arizona colleges offering Liberal Arts and Sciences
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Postsecondary Teachers, All Other (SOC 25-1199).
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Liberal Arts and Sciences programs in Arizona.
Which Arizona colleges award the most Liberal Arts and Sciences degrees?+
Estrella Mountain Community College (311 graduates a year), Northern Arizona University (243 graduates a year) and Arizona State University Campus Immersion (98 graduates a year) award the most Liberal Arts and Sciences degrees in Arizona, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 29 Arizona colleges offer Liberal Arts and Sciences.
Which Liberal Arts and Sciences program in Arizona has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, Northern Arizona University tops the list at $43,752. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
How much do Postsecondary Teachers, All Other earn in Arizona?+
The average annual wage for Postsecondary Teachers, All Other in Arizona is $75,700 (median $76,700), across about 2,000 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Liberal Arts and Sciences program?+
The Liberal Arts and Sciences program, formally known as Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, offers a broad educational foundation in various disciplines. This program is designed for students seeking a well-rounded…
What is the job outlook for Postsecondary Teachers, All Other?+
The national job outlook is about +1.8% growth with around 13,500 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A Doctoral or professional degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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