Phoenix College

1202 W Thomas Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85013
Top Ranked (2024): View Rankings
  • Phoenix College delivers teaching and learning experiences that inspire the lifelong pursuit of educational, professional, and personal goals for our diverse urban community.

School Highlights

Phoenix College serves 9,538 students (23% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is same as the state community college average of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 55%.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 9,538 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,046
  • Out-state tuition: $7,830
  • Student:teacher ratio: 14:1
  • Minority enrollment: 71%
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

The teacher population of 668 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Phoenix College
(AZ) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
668 staff
296 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Phoenix College has declined by 14% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 has decreased from 17:1 over five years.
The Phoenix College diversity score of 0.66 is less than the state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has grown by 7% over five years.
Total Enrollment
9,538 students
4,392 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
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# Full-Time Students
2,224 students
1,301 students
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# Part-Time Students
7,314 students
3,091 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
607 students
343 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,224 students
1,301 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
7 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
7,314 students
3,652 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
11 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
250 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
3%
3%
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% Asian
3%
3%
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% Hispanic
50%
34%
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% Black
8%
6%
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% White
29%
45%
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% Two or more races
2%
4%
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% Non Resident races
1%
1%
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% Unknown races
3%
4%
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Diversity Score
0.66
0.67
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
15%
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)
$35,800
$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
80%
79%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$8,000
$9,500
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,750
$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

  • Phoenix College was founded in 1920 as the first two-year college in Arizona. In 1960, the college became the flagship institution in the state's new public community college system. Over the past 85 years, Phoenix College has grown and expanded its programs and services to meet the needs of the surrounding community. Today, more than 25,000 students each year prepare for university transfer, career training and advancement, and lifelong learning in our 200 degree and certificate programs. Phoenix College's student body reflects the diverse, multicultural central city community it serves. Phoenix College is small enough to provide students with personal attention from enrollment through graduation. But it's also large enough to offer a rich menu of social and leadership possibilities to round out the college experience. Whether they're taking one class or a full load, Phoenix College students have a full-access pass to get involved to find support in reaching their goals. The Computer Commons is an instructional, open-computer facility available to all currently enrolled students. The lab features Pentium computers and a variety of course-related software. Lab technicians and student assistants are available to assist students and faculty with their hardware and software questions. Phoenix College is one of the Maricopa Community Colleges.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 9,538 students
  • In-state tuition: $2,046
  • Out-state tuition: $7,830
  • Student:teacher ratio: 14:1
  • Minority enrollment: 71%
  • Source: Verified school update

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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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