Personal & Family Financial Planning

College is a big investment, but a University of Arizona education may be more affordable than you think. No matter your background or family’s financial situation, you have options to make it manageable.

At Arizona, 9 out of 10 students receive financial aid. That means most students pay less than the estimates shown here. By maximizing your financial aid – scholarships, grants, loans, or work-study – you can lower your costs while earning a degree that will pay you back for a lifetime.

Estimated cost of tuition for first-year and transfer students:

• Arizona residents: $13,900/yr
• Non-Arizona residents: $42,300/yr

Get our degree guide to learn how students like you are funding their futures.

Application requirements vary based on your status as a first-time, transfer, international, online or returning student.

• Students who haven't completed 12+ transferable post-high school college credits are considered a first-time college student, and must meet Arizona's core competency requirements to be eligible to apply.
• You are considered a transfer student if you have completed 12+ transferable post-high school college credits.
  • If you are under the age of 22 at the start of your desired term, you will need to meet the core competency requirements and have a minimum 2.0 cumulative college/university GPA.
  • If you are 22 or older at the start of your desired term, you will need a minimum 2.0 cumulative college/university GPA.
• SAT/ACT scores are not required for general admission.
• You have the option to submit a resume and 500-word personal statement during your application.

Get our degree guide to find out more details about the application process and deadlines.

A degree in Personal & Family Financial Planning prepares you for a career as a personal financial advisor. It can also serve as a springboard for graduate school. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median pay for financial advisors was $99,580 per year (2023).

Although your career possibilities are limitless, here are some example career paths our students follow:

• Financial Planner: provide advice to help individuals manage their money and plan for their financial future.
• Wealth Manager: provide comprehensive financial services for high net worth clients.
• Estate Planner: educate clients on the process and the laws that affect the transfer, disbursement, and taxation of their assets.
• Tax Advisor: prepare and examine financial records to give your clients peace of mind on their personal and business taxes.
• Financial Analyst: guide businesses and individuals in decisions about expending money to attain profit.