- Every year, approximately 7,500 students enroll in credit-bearing courses at South Mountain Community College (SMCC). More than half of all students attend SMCC with the intent to transfer to accredited colleges and universities, with a growing number graduating with a degree or certificate at SMCC prior to transfer.
- SMCC reflects the diversity of its service area, a rich mix of rural, urban, and suburban neighborhoods. Many of our students arrive from Phoenix, Laveen, Tempe, Guadalupe and surrounding communities to attend classes, both at the main campus near 24th Street and Baseline Road, and our offsite facilities in Guadalupe and Laveen.
- Our small, personalized classes are offered days, evenings and online, and are led by an engaged and accomplished faculty. Career and academic counseling are also available. One of the ten colleges within the Maricopa Community College District, SMCC is a federally-designated Minority Serving Institution and Hispanic Serving Institution. SMCC is also a Strengths-Based Institution, helping you first determine your own personal strengths, and then strategies to maximize those strengths in your academic and career choices. Visit our Main Campus at 7050 S. 24th Street; our Guadalupe Center, 9233 S. Avenida del Yaqui (Priest Road, south of Guadalupe Road); or our Laveen Center, 7900 S. 43rd Avenue. We look forward to helping you reach your educational and career goals!
School Highlights
South Mountain Community College serves 4,516 students (31% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 38:1 is higher than the state community college average of 36:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 60%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 4,516 students
- In-state tuition: $1,854
- Out-state tuition: $7,638
- Acceptance Rate: 100%
- Student-teacher ratio: 38:1
- Minority enrollment: 81%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
South Mountain Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
The teacher population of 119 teachers has declined by 59% over five years.
South Mountain Community College
(AZ) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
Four or more years
Institution Control
Public
Private, for profit
Colors
Blue and Gold
Total Faculty
119 staff
64 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of South Mountain Community College has grown by 29% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 38:1 has increased from 15:1 over five years.
The South Mountain Community College diversity score of 0.65 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
4,516 students
1,687 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
38:1
36:1
# Full-Time Students
1,403 students
941 students
# Part-Time Students
3,113 students
2,539 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
4,516 students
1,687 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,403 students
941 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
3,113 students
3,395 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
3%
3%
% Asian
3%
4%
% Hispanic
54%
37%
% Black
13%
6%
% White
19%
40%
% Two or more races
5%
5%
% Unknown races
2%
4%
Diversity Score
0.65
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
17%
39%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,500
$32,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $1,854 is less than the state average of $1,876. The in-state tuition has declined by 10% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,638 is more than the state average of $7,132. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,854
$1,876
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,638
$7,132
Tuition Notes
$5,000 for in-state residents
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
77%
78%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,748
$9,499
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,500
$4,750
Acceptance Rate
100%
94%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
BaseballBasketball
GolfSoccer
SoftballVolleyball
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
17 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Behavioral Health Services (BHS)Bilingual Student Nursing Association (BSNA)
Black Student Union (BSU)Circle of Nations
Club TeachCollegiate DECA (Business Club)
International Friends ClubMEChA
Medical Scrub ClubPhi Theta Kappa (Honor Society)
Pre-Pharmacy ClubSHPE: Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers
Spirit ClubSpotlight Productions (Drama Club)
Student GovernanceThink South Mountain (TSM)
Veterans Club
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Our Vision
- South Mountain Community College educates minds, transforms lives, touches hearts, and builds community.
- Our Mission
- South Mountain Community College provides quality higher education for our diverse community. We create a caring teaching and learning environment that fosters student development and supports productive citizenship in an increasingly global and technological society.
- Our purpose is to meet these needs by offering:
- General education courses
- Transfer programsOccupational education and career development
- Continuing education
- Developmental studies and English as a second language
- Cultural, civic, and social events
- Academic support and student services
- Our Values
- We are inspired and guided by our core values:
- COLLABORATION:We are inclusive in our relationships with colleagues, departments and community, and respectful of their ideas.
- COMMUNITY:We serve our community by recognizing our inter-dependence, celebrating our history, honoring our diverse cultures, and building our future.
- EXCELLENCE:We model exemplary teaching, learning, service and leadership through continuous improvement, creativity and innovation.
- INTEGRITY:We are accountable to the communities we serve and are truthful, sincere, transparent and responsible for our actions.
- WELLBEING:We are a college community that encourages and develops social, physical, career, community and financial wellbeing.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does South Mountain Community College cost?
South Mountain Community College's tuition is approximately $1,854 for In-State students and $7,638 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of South Mountain Community College?
The acceptance rate of South Mountain Community College is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 94%.
What sports does South Mountain Community College offer?
South Mountain Community College offers 6 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Golf, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball.
What is South Mountain Community College's ranking?
South Mountain Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Arizona for: Least expensive tuition and Average community college minority breakdown.
In what neighborhood is South Mountain Community College located?
South Mountain Community College is located in the South Mountain Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ.
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