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Welcome to the friendliest college in the west, where education works for everyone. Recognized for its academic excellence in combination with affordable prices and beautiful setting in the mountains of central Arizona, Yavapai College is the best choice for students seeking a rich, rewarding educational experience.
School Highlights:
Yavapai College serves 8,250 students (21% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 40%.
Yavapai College is the only community colleges within Yavapai County, AZ.
The nearest community college is Coconino Community College (63.1 miles away).
School Overview
The teacher population of - teachers has declined by 100% over five years.
| Yavapai College | Community College Avg. | |
| Institution Level | At least 2 but less than 4 years | At least 2 but less than 4 years |
| Institution Control | Public institution | Public |
| Total Enrollment | 8,250 students |
1,303 students |
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| # Full-Time Students | 1,750 students |
834 students |
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| # Part-Time Students | 6,500 students | 1,040 students |
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| % American Indian/Alaskan | 3% | 1% |
| % Asian | 1% | 2% |
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| % Hawaiian | - | 1% |
| % Hispanic | 12% | 7% |
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| % Black | 1% | 11% |
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| % White | 81% | 66% |
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| % Two or more races | 1% | 2% |
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| Diversity ScoreThe chance that two students selected at random would be members of a different ethnic group. Scored from 0 to 1, a diversity score closer to 1 indicates a more diverse student body. | 0.33 | 0.44 |
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| In-State Tuition Fees | $1,824 | $5,890 |
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| Out-State Tuition Fees | $9,432 | $10,050 |
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Source: 2012 (latest year available) IPEDS
School Notes:
Yavapai College is committed to teaching excellence and student learning. It provides a safe-learning environment supported by a comprehensive program of student and academic support services.
Instructors are committed to instructional excellence, professional development, student learning, and innovative approaches to teaching, using outcomes assessment and appropriate technological support.
Yavapai College's Performance Hall offers year-round entertainment while the Prescott Fine Arts Association and other smaller theaters provide artistic performances for a refined audience. Art galleries help to promote local artists as well as visiting artists who thrive on the creative atmosphere of Prescott. The new Gateway Mall offers a big town shopping experience for the Central Arizona region.
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Flagstaff Coconino Community College
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