- 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 7,550 students (18% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is same as the state community college average of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 92%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 7,550 students
- In-state tuition: $1,896
- Out-state tuition: $8,088
- Student:teacher ratio: 14:1
- Minority enrollment: 97%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 523 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Yavapai College
(AZ) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private, for profit
Total Faculty
523 staff
296 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Yavapai College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Yavapai College diversity score of 0.56 is less than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
7,550 students
3,691 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
# Full-Time Students
1,353 students
985 students
# Part-Time Students
6,197 students
2,706 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
377 students
343 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,353 students
985 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
32 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
6,197 students
3,064 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
11 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
216 students
250 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
3%
% Asian
1%
6%
% Hispanic
n/a
2%
% Black
19%
35%
% White
3%
8%
% Hawaiian
62%
41%
% Two or more races
14%
5%
Diversity Score
0.56
0.70
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.3287%
0.3287%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.6651%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,100
$32,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $1,896 is more than the state average of $1,876. The in-state tuition has declined by 19% 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 10% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$1,896
$1,876
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,088
$7,132
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
65%
82%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,197
$9,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$4,750
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
Source: 2023 (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.
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