by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a AIU Online degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how AIU Online measures up.
AIU Online is ranked #1,512 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D-. Within Arizona, it ranks #26 of 52 for value.
Among the majors AIU Online offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Homeland Security | #10 of 22 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #12 of 25 |
| Homeland Security / Public Safety | #24 of 50 |
| Human Resources | #62 of 138 |
| General Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration | #62 of 138 |
| Human Resource Management | #79 of 168 |
| General Public Health | #100 of 206 |
| Public Health | #100 of 206 |
| Health Care Management | #102 of 225 |
| Healthcare Administration / Management | #102 of 225 |
Read the full AIU Online value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
American InterContinental University System is ranked #36 out of #59 in Arizona for quality and #26 out of #52 for Arizona value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the AIU Online financial aid page to be sure.
American InterContinental University System is ranked #1,512 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, American InterContinental University System is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at AIU Online costs about $16,545. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $66,179 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $22,397 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $15,172 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $16,545 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $66,179 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about AIU Online net price and the factors that affect it.
What AIU Online costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a AIU Online degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $89,588 | — | — |
| All Students | $66,179 | #1,512 | D- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $60,688 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $89,588 | — | — |
| All Students | $66,179 | #26 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $60,688 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at AIU Online shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $14,331 |
| $30K–$48K | $14,422 |
| $48K–$75K | $15,623 |
| $75K–$110K | $16,960 |
| Over $110K | $17,591 |
About 81% of AIU Online undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $6,820 per year. Get more details on the AIU Online financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average AIU Online cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.