- Our mission is to provide men and women of all ages with the practical skills, education and training needed to excel in their chosen fields. The Phoenix campus thus provides an invaluable and timely service to society by preparing candidates to meet and exceed existing needs in the employment arena. We are totally committed to this objective and to the success of our students.
School Highlights
Everest College-Phoenix served 4,102 students (53% of students were full-time).
Minority enrollment was 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was more than the state average of 60%.
School Overview
Everest College-Phoenix
(AZ) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private, for profit
Private, for profit
Total Faculty
48 staff
64 staff
Student Body
Total Enrollment
4,102 students
3,480 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
85:1
36:1
# Full-Time Students
2,154 students
941 students
# Part-Time Students
1,948 students
2,539 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
2,154 students
1,687 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,154 students
941 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
6%
3%
% Asian
1%
4%
% Hispanic
40%
37%
% Black
12%
6%
% White
33%
40%
% Hawaiian
2%
n/a
% Two or more races
3%
5%
% Unknown races
3%
4%
Diversity Score
0.71
0.69
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$29,900
$32,900
Tuition & Financial Aid
Private State Tuition Fees
$12,204
$16,719
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
93%
81%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,500
$9,477
Median Debt for Dropouts
$8,640
$4,829
Source: 2015 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Everest College opened its doors in 1982 as the Academy of Business College. The original focus of the school was business, however its course offerings soon expanded to include computer, medical and legal curriculums. We have a unique way of providing high-quality instruction and training services to students. Our educational approach involves making you, a vital member of our student body, the number one priority. Specifically, your total academic experience will include important roles as a student, a customer, and a guest, at our school. This school voluntarily undergoes periodic accrediting evaluations by teams of qualified examiners including subject experts and specialists in occupational education and private school administration. Our programs emphasize real-world training that is tailored to meet the needs of potential employers. The fields of study focus on industries that offer solid, long-term career opportunities for graduates. Here at our campus, we maintain a well-defined program philosophy of providing a quality education that emphasizes practical skills; employ a highly skilled and dedicated faculty; and cater to students seeking a strong knowledge base and the experience needed to succeed in their chosen fields.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Everest College-Phoenix cost?
Everest College-Phoenix's private state tuition is approximately $12,204.
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