Yavapai College
- Welcome to the friendliest college in the west, where education works for everyone. Recognized for its academic excellence in combination with affordable prices and beautiful setting in the mountains of central Arizona, Yavapai College is the best choice for students seeking a rich, rewarding educational experience.
School Highlights
- Yavapai College serves 7,842 students (26% of students are full-time).
- Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 48%.
- Yavapai College is the only community colleges within Yavapai County, AZ.
- The nearest community college to Yavapai College is Coconino Community College (63.1 miles away).
School Overview
- The teacher population of 140 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
| Yavapai College | (AZ) Community College Avg. | |
| Institution Level | At least 2 but less than 4 years | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs |
| Institution Control | Public | Private, non-profit |
| Total Faculty | 140 staff | 66 staff |
| Total Enrollment | 7,842 students | 6,476 students |
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| Student : Teacher Ratio | 56:1 | 39:1 |
| # Full-Time Students | 2,029 students | 1,336 students |
| # Part-Time Students | 5,813 students | 5,140 students |
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| Total Dormitory Capacity | 216 | 337 |
| % American Indian/Alaskan | 2% | 4% |
| % Asian | 1% | 3% |
| % Hispanic | 10% | 27% |
| % Black | - | 6% |
| % White | 68% | 52% |
| % Two or more races | 1% | 2% |
| % Unknown races | 16% | 5% |
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| Diversity Score | 0.50 | 0.65 |
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| College Completion Rate | 19% | 18% |
| Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) | $33,100 | $31,100 |
Source: 2016 (or latest year available) IPEDS
School Notes
- Yavapai College is committed to teaching excellence and student learning. It provides a safe-learning environment supported by a comprehensive program of student and academic support services. Instructors are committed to instructional excellence, professional development, student learning, and innovative approaches to teaching, using outcomes assessment and appropriate technological support. Yavapai College's Performance Hall offers year-round entertainment while the Prescott Fine Arts Association and other smaller theaters provide artistic performances for a refined audience. Art galleries help to promote local artists as well as visiting artists who thrive on the creative atmosphere of Prescott. The new Gateway Mall offers a big town shopping experience for the Central Arizona region.
Nearby Schools
- The nearest community college to Yavapai College is Coconino Community College (63.1 miles away).
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