English at University of Phoenix-Arizona
Phoenix, AZ · Private for-profit · Bachelor's Degree · English Language and Literature, General
DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)
38
Optimistic
38
Base Case
30
Pessimistic
Earnings
$38,163/yr (25% vs median)
AI Risk
Very High (61% exposed)
Job Market
Large (73,200 openings/yr)
ROI
12.3x earnings multiple
How AI Changes the Outlook
Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to English graduates.
| Optimistic No Disruption |
Base Case Gradual AI |
Pessimistic Aggressive AI |
|
|---|---|---|---|
| 10-Year Earnings | $465K | $469K | $444K |
| Earnings Multiple | 12.2x | 12.3x | 11.6x |
| Probability of Field Employment | 48% | 41% | 29% |
| DegreeOutlook Score | 38 | 38 | 30 |
10-Year Earnings Projection
*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.
4-Year Tuition (Sticker)
$38,208
Median Debt at Graduation
$38,564
12.1 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$42,784
12% growth from Year 1
About University of Phoenix-Arizona
one of the larger campuses at 76,996 students in Phoenix, AZ. Pell Grant recipients make up 45% of the student body — a marker of economic diversity.
See all programs and financial aid at University of Phoenix-Arizona →Top Career Paths
English language and literature teachers, postsecondary
$78,270/yr
Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education
$64,580/yr
Proofreaders and copy markers
$49,210/yr
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does University of Phoenix-Arizona's English program score?
This program scores 38/100 — on the lower end for English. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.
Do University of Phoenix-Arizona English graduates earn enough to justify the loans?
The debt-to-income ratio of 1.0x suggests an extended repayment window. Whether it's 'worth it' depends on career trajectory, not just first-year pay.
How vulnerable is English to AI automation?
AI won't 'replace' English careers outright, but it is likely to reduce the number of job openings. We model 61% task exposure, which compresses field employment probability in our scenarios.
Why does University of Phoenix-Arizona rank so high for English?
The #63 ranking out of 493 programs is driven by strong financial outcomes — graduates earn well, debt is manageable relative to income, and the job market supports the field.
Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research.
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