Phoenix College
- 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 11,109 students (25% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the state community college average of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 57%.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
- Enrollment: 11,109 students
- In-state tuition: $2,046
- Out-state tuition: $7,830
- Student:teacher ratio: 17:1
- Minority enrollment: 78%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Phoenix College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 668 teachers has grown by 104% over five years.
Phoenix College
(AZ) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
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
202 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Phoenix College has declined by 8% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 has decreased from 35:1 over five years.
The Phoenix College diversity score of 0.62 is less than the state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
11,109 students
5,548 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
# Full-Time Students
2,832 students
1,283 students
# Part-Time Students
8,277 students
4,265 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
250 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
4%
% Asian
3%
3%
% Hispanic
57%
36%
% Black
8%
5%
% White
22%
43%
% Two or more races
3%
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
4%
4%
Diversity Score
0.62
0.68
College Completion Rate
16%
22%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$35,800
$32,100
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $2,046 is less than the state average of $3,368. 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 $8,322. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$2,046
$3,368
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,830
$8,322
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
80%
79%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,000
$9,399
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,250
$4,750
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
Source: 2020 (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.
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