Central Arizona College
About Central Arizona College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Central Arizona College teaches in Coolidge, in the desert farm country between Phoenix and Tucson, and keeps dormitories. Teacher education and nursing are among its largest programs.
Founded
1961
Location
Coolidge, Arizona
Students
4,912
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
27.1%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,250
Out-of-state: $4,500
Avg Net Price
$4,714
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$40,513
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
27.1% complete their degree within three years
Retention
61%
Transfer Out
18%
Teaching Quality
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$8.1K
Class Size
Medium
The 27.1% graduation rate is below average, but 61% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$2,250
In-State
$4,500
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$8,786
Books & Supplies
$1,600
Total Cost of Attendance
$10,720
After Financial Aid
$4,714
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$3,900
Receive Grants
29.6%
Take Loans
2.9%
The total cost of attendance runs about $10,720/yr, including $8,786 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $4,714.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Central Arizona College fund their education.
While in School
29.6%
Get Grants
Free money
2.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$23,659
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$10,010
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$106/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $10,010, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Central Arizona College.
Gender
61%
Female
39%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
4,912
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
49.8%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
26.6%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 61% of the student body. 49.8% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Rural: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
4,912
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Central Arizona College fields 6 varsity teams with 229 student athletes, about 5% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
229
5% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
53% / 47%
122
Men
107
Women
4
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Central Arizona Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$40,513
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$30K
230 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
38 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$70K
38 grads
1yr Earnings
Biological and Physical Sciences
—
33 grads
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$61K
27 grads
1yr Earnings
Design and Applied Arts
—
13 grads
Graduates earn about $36K six years out, growing to $41K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.