Glendale Community College
6000 w olive ave, Glendale, AZ, 85302 - View a map of this school Map
tel: (623)845-3000
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The mission of Glendale Community College (GCC) is to address the higher education needs of its community. Through its diverse programs and services, GCC assists students in meeting their educational goals.


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  Glendale Community College Community College Avg.
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County Maricopa 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 6,108 students 999 students
Part-Time Undergraduate 13,962 students 1,410 students
Total Enrollment 20,070 students 2,175 students
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid 64% 78%
% Students Receiving Federal Grants 40% 47%
Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received $3,019 $2,810
% Students Receiving State/Local Grants 4% 28%
Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received $422 $1,211
% Students Receiving Institutional Grants 16% 11%
Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received $1,138 $1,117
% Students Receiving Loans 18% 37%
Avg. Amount Of Loan Received $2,727 $3,048
School Notes:
  • Glendale Community College (GCC) keeps pace with the constant growth of the West Valley, offering increased breadth and depth of educational opportunity. Each year, more than 40,000 students enroll in dozens of courses and degree and certificate programs at one of three GCC locations, making the College's enrollment the second largest in the Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD). More than 319,000 students have completed associate degrees, certificate programs, industry-specific training and university transfer courses.
  • Located at 59th and Olive Avenues, the GCC main campus spans 147 acres and serves as a focal point for diverse community activities. The College offers a friendly, welcoming environment for learning. A dynamic, future-oriented Facilities Master Plan guides the ongoing development of GCC main campus to accommodate the changing needs and interests of thousands more students and community members.
  • Glendale Community College is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association.
  • Students, including teens, business employees, community residents, and retirees, are attracted by the small classes, professional instructors, ideal location, affordable tuition and flexible course offerings. GCC is hallmarked by its High Tech Complex and sophisticated technology used to enhance student learning.
  • Profile last updated:02/23/2008.
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