Central Arizona College
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Central Arizona College provides a vibrant environment centered on learning and learner success. Our diverse college community values the power of innovation, continuous quality improvement and the contribution of the individual. Our commitment is to act as a catalyst for economic and cultural vibrancy and to inspire individuals to pursue their unique goals. ...
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| County | Pinal County, AZ | - |
| Title IV Eligible | Yes | Yes |
| Carnegie Classification | Associate of Arts Colleges | Associate of Arts Colleges |
| Institution Level | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs |
| Institution Control | Public | Public |
| Full-Time Undergraduate | 1,730 students | 1,020 students |
| Part-Time Undergraduate | 4,741 students | 1,444 students |
| Total Enrollment | 6,471 students | 2,213 students |
| Total Dormitory Capacity | 426 students | 229 students |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid | 78% | 78% |
| % Students Receiving Federal Grants | 25% | 46% |
| Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received | $2,820 | $2,845 |
| % Students Receiving State/Local Grants | 11% | 29% |
| Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received | $1,396 | $1,273 |
| % Students Receiving Institutional Grants | 30% | 12% |
| Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received | $1,457 | $1,146 |
| % Students Receiving Loans | 11% | 38% |
| Avg. Amount Of Loan Received | $3,117 | $3,129 |
School Notes:
- Central Arizona College provides a vibrant environment centered on learning and learner success. Our diverse college community values the power of innovation, continuous quality improvement and the contribution of the individual. Our commitment is to act as a catalyst for economic and cultural vibrancy and to inspire individuals to pursue their unique goals.
- Central Arizona College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and a participant of the Higher Learning Commission's Academic Quality Improvement Program.
- Central currently offers more than 50 university transfer programs and nearly 90 occupational and technical degrees and certificates, with many courses available online and on nights and weekends.
- The University Center, located at the Signal Peak campus, has been established by Central Arizona College as a means of providing Pinal County residents local, direct access to upper division programs and advanced degrees. This will be accomplished through the development of one or more partnerships with both private and public universities that will provide bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and continuing professional studies at the University Center. The two-story center has state-of-the-art multi-media capabilities, including interactive television classrooms.
- Other programs includes GED Classes and Testing, Tech Prep for High School Students, English as a Second Language and others special programs.
- Profile last updated: 08/22/2008.
In the News:
- REMINDER REMEMBERS, 11/19/09 (Florence Reminder and Blade-Tribune)
posted on November 20, 2009 at 07:10:30 am
Compiled by Daniel Dullum ONE YEAR AGO November 20, 2008 The potential for non-housing development north of the present town limits and a major master-planned community south of the town core were major topics at the Town Council’s regular meeting. The council held a public hearing on the town’s proposed annexation of more than 5,161 acres (approximately eight square miles), mostly north of ... - Coolidge officer honored 2 years in a row by MADD (Coolidge Examiner)
posted on November 19, 2009 at 06:58:53 am
Officer Scott Urkov of the Coolidge Police Department has been recognized by the Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Association for his 13 driving under the influence arrests during 2009. - Nearly 60 students earn induction into Phi Theta Kappa (Tri-Valley Dispatch)
posted on November 12, 2009 at 06:50:19 am
SIGNAL PEAK — Nearly 60 Central Arizona College students were inducted into the Alpha Theta Delta Chapter of the Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society on Oct. 21. - Looking Back In History, 11/4/09 (Coolidge Examiner)
posted on November 12, 2009 at 06:43:43 am
One year ago November 4, 2008 edition • Nov. 10 of each year marks a special occasion for Marines and their families across the globe. Honoring this year’s 233rd birthday for the Marine Corps, the Coolidge High School Marine Corps Junior ROTC cadets hosted a birthday ball no different than that of Marines today. - Come celebrate 40th birthday of CACâs Signal Peak Campus on Nov. 14 (The Eloy Enterprise)
posted on November 6, 2009 at 07:02:32 am
PINAL COUNTY – Central Arizona College is inviting the community to come celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Signal Peak Campus on Saturday, Nov. 14, beginning at 2 p.m.
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