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Aspen University

Phoenix, AZ·Private for-profit·1,466 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access. graduation rate is below 40%; for-profit institutions have higher scrutiny — research carefully. a private for-profit school with 1,466 students.

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1,466
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Net Price
27%
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Earnings
10 yr
$15,756
Debt

About This School

Aspen University is a private for-profit institution located in Phoenix, Arizona with approximately 1,466 undergraduate students enrolled. In-state tuition is $6,870 per year. The graduation rate is 27%.

Aspen University is a Private for-profit online university with its headquarters in Denver, Colorado. It was established in 1987. Aspen University offers undergraduate and graduate degrees.

Worth considering if you're an working adult who needs a fully online, flexible program — the median graduation debt of just $7,802 is genuinely low compared to most for-profit schools, which is a real plus. However, with only about 2,400 undergraduates and a for-profit model, you'll want to carefully verify that your target employers and any graduate programs recognize Aspen's accreditation before enrolling. Do your homework on outcomes in your specific field, since brand recognition here is limited.

Founded
1987
Setting
Large city
Avg Faculty Salary
$5,671

Popular Programs

Health Professions91%
Business & Marketing4%
Education3%
Psychology2%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$6,870
Out-of-State Tuition
$6,870
Avg Net Price
N/A
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants10%
Median debt at graduation$15,756

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
27%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
N/A
after enrollment
Median Debt
$15,756
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$15,756
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
N/A
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
N/A
after enrollment

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White47%
Black24%
Hispanic/Latino12%
Asian7%
Two or more races3%
American Indian/Alaska Native1%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,466 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Aspen University

4615 E. Elwood St., Suite 100

Phoenix, AZ 85040

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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