- 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 7,428 students (23% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 40:1 is higher than the state community college average of 36:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 60%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 7,428 students
- In-state tuition: $1,896
- Out-state tuition: $8,088
- Student-teacher ratio: 40:1
- Minority enrollment: 35%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Yavapai College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 188 teachers has declined by 64% over five years.
Yavapai College
(AZ) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private, for profit
Total Faculty
188 staff
64 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Yavapai College has grown by 23% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 40:1 has increased from 14:1 over five years.
The Yavapai College diversity score of 0.53 is less than the state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has declined by 17% over five years.
Total Enrollment
7,428 students
3,480 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
40:1
36:1
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Full-Time Students
1,742 students
941 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
5,686 students
2,539 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
7,428 students
1,687 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,742 students
941 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
5,686 students
3,113 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
216 students
296 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
3%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Hispanic
21%
37%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Black
1%
6%
% White
65%
40%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Two or more races
4%
5%
% Unknown races
6%
4%
Diversity Score
0.53
0.69
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
39%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,100
$32,900
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $1,896 is more than the state average of $1,876. The in-state tuition has declined by 27% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,088 is more than the state average of $7,132. The out-state tuition has declined by 13% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,896
$1,876
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,088
$7,132
Tuition Notes
78% less than the average Arizona university and 29% less than the average community college
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
60%
78%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,197
$9,500
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$4,750
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Yavapai College cost?
Yavapai College's tuition is approximately $1,896 for In-State students and $8,088 for Out-State students.
What is Yavapai College's ranking?
Yavapai College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Arizona for: Largest student body.
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