- Scottsdale Community College is a great place to begin your college experience. Whether you are aiming to advance your career, train for a new one, or simply cultivate your individual interests, SCC has hundreds of courses designed to help you earn an associate's degree, professional certification, or provide a strong foundation for university transfer. In addition to traditional programs of study, including university transfer and career programs, SCC offers continuing education for practicing professionals, developmental education, and English as a Second Language. As the only public community college in the nation to reside on Native American land through a partnership with the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community, SCC offers students a pristine, natural setting with expansive mountain views and native plant and wildlife.
School Highlights
Scottsdale Community College serves 11,436 students (19% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 61%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 11,436 students
- In-state tuition: $86
- Out-state tuition: $327
- Student:teacher ratio: 23:1
- Minority enrollment: 48%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 505 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Scottsdale Community College
(AZ) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Nontraditional
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Mixed Baccalaureate/Associate's
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
505 staff
202 staff
Student Body
The student population of Scottsdale Community College has grown by 32% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 has increased from 15:1 over five years.
The Scottsdale Community College diversity score of 0.65 is less than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has grown by 8% over five years.
Total Enrollment
11,436 students
5,392 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
# Full-Time Students
2,221 students
1,208 students
# Part-Time Students
9,215 students
4,184 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
114 students
339 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,221 students
1,238 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
66 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
9,215 students
5,400 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
11 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
250 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
3%
3%
% Asian
5%
4%
% Hispanic
26%
36%
% Black
4%
7%
% White
52%
39%
% Hawaiian
n/a
2%
% Two or more races
5%
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
3%
4%
Diversity Score
0.65
0.71
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
22%
49%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
60%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$41,100
$32,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $86 is less than the state average of $3,445. The in-state tuition has declined by 95% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $327 is less than the state average of $8,201. The out-state tuition has declined by 95% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$86
$3,445
Out-State Tuition Fees
$327
$8,201
Tuition Notes
Tuition rate is per
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
48%
82%
Median Debt for Graduates
$8,000
$9,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,000
$4,750
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Dance, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Volleyball
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- School Mascot: Fighting Artichokes
- Scottsdale Community College is located on the eastern boundary of the city of Scottsdale, Arizona, on 160 acres of leased land belonging to the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community. When you come to Scottsdale Community College, we give you what you came for - excellent programs of study taught by outstanding faculty. SCC is one of 10 colleges in the Maricopa Community College District. The beautiful campus with its unobstructed view of the mountains is located at Pima and Chaparral Roads. SCC has exceptional transfer programs with the state universities for students earning four-year degrees and has broad opportunities for students interested in careers that do not require a four-year degree. Programs include: science, math, nursing, drafting, business, engineering science, film, fine arts, interior design, hospitality, culinary arts, administration of justice, equine science, tribal management, and computer information programs. These programs are developed in accordance with the needs of students, the community, business, and industry. College personnel work closely with community employers to assess current educational and training needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Scottsdale Community College cost?
Scottsdale Community College's tuition is approximately $86 for In-State students and $327 for Out-State students.
What sports does Scottsdale Community College offer?
Scottsdale Community College offers 8 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Dance, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball.
School Calendar
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