University of Advancing Technology is a private for-profit 2-year college in Tempe, Arizona with 855 undergraduates. It admits 98% of applicants, costs an average of $21,463 a year after grants and graduates 31% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
University of Advancing Technology acceptance rate and admissions
University of Advancing Technology admitted 98% of applicants for fall 2024.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
University of Advancing Technology tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $19,360 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $13,130 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $33,861 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $21,463 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $21,463 a year after grants and scholarships, $12,398 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run University of Advancing Technology's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
University of Advancing Technology graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 31% of first-time, full-time students finished within three years (students who started in 2022).
- Former students earned a median of $55,193 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $31,000 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 56% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
University of Advancing Technology majors and what graduates earn
University of Advancing Technology awarded bachelor's degrees in 16 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from computer and information sciences ($84,302).
All 16 majors at University of Advancing Technology
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer and information sciences | 8 | n/a | $84,302 | n/a |
| Intelligence, Command Control and Information Operations | 23 | $57,428 | $78,068 | $31,000 |
| Computer Programming | 10 | $35,701 | $72,462 | $34,167 |
| Art and design, general | 15 | $30,508 | $48,112 | $31,718 |
| Graphic and industrial design | 21 | $34,336 | $38,996 | $34,000 |
| Computer science | 12 | $52,467 | n/a | n/a |
| Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians | 10 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Computer Engineering Technologies/Technicians | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Public relations and advertising | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Human Computer Interaction | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Marketing | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Computer Software and Media Applications | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Business administration | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Graphic Communications | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| IT and network administration | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Management information systems | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at University of Advancing Technology
5 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 5 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Security Science and Technology | Master's | 16 | n/a | n/a |
| Computer engineering | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Computer and information sciences | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Business administration | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 855 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 21% women, 79% men
- 15 students for every faculty member
- Setting: midsize city
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at University of Advancing Technology?
University of Advancing Technology admitted 98% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does University of Advancing Technology cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $19,360. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $21,463 a year in 2024-25.
Is University of Advancing Technology test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, University of Advancing Technology reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at University of Advancing Technology?
31% of first-time, full-time students finished within three years.
How much do University of Advancing Technology graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $55,193 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.