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Liberal Arts and Sciences at Azusa Pacific University

Azusa, CA · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's Degree · Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $35,194/yr (-5% vs median)

AI Risk Low (0% exposed)

Job Market Medium (13,500 openings/yr)

ROI 3.3x earnings multiple

Ranked #332 of 424 Liberal Arts and Sciences programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Liberal Arts and Sciences graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$577K	$577K	$553K
Earnings Multiple	3.3x	3.3x	3.2x
Probability of Field Employment	45%	45%	45%
DegreeOutlook Score	26	25	31

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition (Sticker)

$174,400

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$79,192

55% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$24,515

8.4 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$59,335

69% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $35,194/yr, roughly in line with the $37,172 national median for Liberal Arts and Sciences. The value proposition here depends on cost, not earnings.

The 3.3x return on tuition is positive but not overwhelming. Financial outcomes depend on keeping costs close to in-state rates.

With only 0% of typical job tasks exposed to AI, the scenario spread is tight at 4%. Career paths for Liberal Arts and Sciences are among the more automation-resistant we measure.

The $24,515 debt-to-$35,194 income ratio translates to about 8 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.

At #332 out of 424 programs, Azusa Pacific University's financial outcomes for Liberal Arts and Sciences trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.

Earnings growth from $35,194 to $59,335 over five years (69% increase) indicates that graduates in this field see meaningful salary progression.

About Azusa Pacific University

Azusa Pacific University accepts 79% of applicants — an open-access institution by design, with a smaller student body of 2,977 in Azusa, CA. After financial aid, the average student pays $79,192 over four years — 55% below sticker price.

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Top Career Paths

Postsecondary teachers, all other $78,490/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Azusa Pacific University's Liberal Arts and Sciences program score?

This program scores 25/100 — on the lower end for Liberal Arts and Sciences. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.

How affordable is Liberal Arts and Sciences at Azusa Pacific University after financial aid?

Sticker price is $174,400, but the average net cost is $79,192 — a 55% discount. For students who qualify for aid, this program is considerably more affordable than it appears.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →