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.
School Highlights
Central Arizona College serves 4,076 students (29% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the state community college average of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 55%.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
Enrollment: 4,076 students
In-state tuition: $2,400
Out-state tuition: $10,440
Student:teacher ratio: 8:1
Minority enrollment: 58%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
The teacher population of 497 teachers has grown by 146% over five years.
Central Arizona 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
497 staff
296 staff
Student Body
The student population of Central Arizona College has declined by 31% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 has decreased from 29:1 over five years.
The Central Arizona College diversity score of 0.70 is more than the state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
4,076 students
3,327 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
# Full-Time Students
1,181 students
1,301 students
# Part-Time Students
2,895 students
3,091 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
343 students
343 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,181 students
1,301 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
7 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,895 students
3,091 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
11 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
250 students
250 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
5%
3%
% Asian
1%
3%
% Hispanic
34%
34%
% Black
7%
6%
% White
42%
45%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
4%
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
6%
4%
Diversity Score
0.70
0.67
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
3.35%
3.35%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
3.28%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,100
$32,100
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,400 is more than the state average of $1,844. The in-state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $10,440 is more than the state average of $7,206. The out-state tuition has declined by 5% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,400
$1,844
Out-State Tuition Fees
$10,440
$7,206
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
91%
79%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,308
$9,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,755
$4,750
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Central Arizona College cost?
Central Arizona College's tuition is approximately $2,400 for In-State students and $10,440 for Out-State students.
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