GateWay Community College - Phoenix

108 N. 40th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85034
Top Ranked (2024): View Rankings
  • One of the ten nationally accredited Maricopa County Community Colleges, GateWay Community College is a fully accredited, comprehensive institution emphasizing both academic and occupational programs.

School Highlights

GateWay Community College - Phoenix serves 4,670 students (22% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the state community college average of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 55%.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 4,670 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,046
  • Out-state tuition: $7,830
  • Student:teacher ratio: 11:1
  • Minority enrollment: 66%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

GateWay Community College - Phoenix ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:

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School Overview

The teacher population of 438 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
GateWay Community College - Phoenix
(AZ) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
438 staff
296 staff
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Student Body

The student population of GateWay Community College - Phoenix has declined by 7% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 has decreased from 12:1 over five years.
The GateWay Community College - Phoenix diversity score of 0.68 is more than the state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
4,670 students
4,392 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
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# Full-Time Students
1,018 students
1,301 students
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# Part-Time Students
3,652 students
3,091 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
282 students
343 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,018 students
1,301 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
7 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
3,652 students
3,652 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
11 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
250 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
3%
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% Asian
4%
3%
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% Hispanic
44%
34%
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% Black
11%
6%
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% White
34%
45%
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% Hawaiian
1%
n/a
% Two or more races
3%
4%
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% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
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% Unknown races
2%
4%
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Diversity Score
0.68
0.67
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
20%
20%
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
3.28%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,500
$32,900
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $2,046 is less than the state average of $3,106. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,830 is less than the state average of $7,957. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,046
$3,106
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,830
$7,957
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
78%
79%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$6,750
$9,500
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,000
$4,750
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Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • A complete college experience must involve not only the development of academic skills, but also the development of personal and interpersonal competencies. GateWay provides a vast array of resources and activities for all types and levels of students. The staff and faculty of GWCC are dedicated to providing you with a practical, comprehensive education that will give you the tools and knowledge to attain a competitive edge in your chosen career or in furthering your educational aspirations. The Maricopa Skill Center has had 40 successful years since its founding in 1962 providing businesses with entry-level employees who can do the job they were hired to do and to understand and practice effective work ethics. An estimated 75,000 graduates have started or enhanced their careers at the Skill Center. GateWay offers exciting opportunities for students who wish to participate in cultural clubs and organizations that are associated with specific career fields. The success of a company is measured by the skill and knowledge level of its employees. We can offer your organization high quality training and state-of-the art technology to increase your company's productivity. Training is offered at your business or on our sites. Training can also be customized to meet your needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does GateWay Community College - Phoenix cost?
GateWay Community College - Phoenix's tuition is approximately $2,046 for In-State students and $7,830 for Out-State students.
What is GateWay Community College - Phoenix's ranking?
GateWay Community College - Phoenix ranks among the top 20% of community college in Arizona for: Least expensive tuition and Least debt for graduating students.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 4,670 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,046
  • Out-state tuition: $7,830
  • Student:teacher ratio: 11:1
  • Minority enrollment: 66%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

For Maricopa County, AZ public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,977 per year for in-state students and $8,154 for out-of-state students. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

Maricopa County, AZ community colleges have a diversity score of 0.60, which is lower than the national average of 0.70. The most diverse community college in Maricopa County, AZ is Brookline College-Tempe. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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