Cochise County Community College District
About Cochise County Community College District
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Cochise College teaches beside Fort Huachuca in southern Arizona and trains many of its students in military intelligence, one of the few community colleges in the country that does. It is a Hispanic-Serving Institution with dormitories, and it also runs an aviation program.
Founded
1964
Location
Sierra Vista, Arizona
Students
3,096
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
30.4%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,280
Out-of-state: $6,120
Avg Net Price
$7,929
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$38,033
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
30.4% complete their degree within three years
Retention
71%
Transfer Out
17.5%
Teaching Quality
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
44.3%
$/Student
$3.6K
Class Size
Medium
The 30.4% graduation rate is below average, but 71% 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
$2,280
In-State
$6,120
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$10,490
Books & Supplies
$1,800
Total Cost of Attendance
$14,342
After Financial Aid
$7,929
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,108
Receive Grants
38.2%
Take Loans
6%
The total cost of attendance runs about $14,342/yr, including $10,490 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $7,929.
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 Cochise County Community College District fund their education.
While in School
38.2%
Get Grants
Free money
6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$20,864
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$6,750
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$72/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $6,750, 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 Cochise County Community College District.
Gender
53.8%
Female
46%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,096
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
48.6%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
33.3%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (54% women, 46% men). 48.6% 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
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
3,096
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Cochise County Community College District fields 4 varsity teams with 106 student athletes, about 3% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
4
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
106
3% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
52% / 48%
55
Men
51
Women
3
Men's Teams
3
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Cochise County Community College Districtearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$38,033
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Intelligence, Command Control and Information Operations
$49K
893 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$20K
143 grads
1yr Earnings
Military Systems and Maintenance Technology
$39K
84 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$69K
63 grads
1yr Earnings
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
$53K
34 grads
4yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$39K
27 grads
4yr Earnings
Median earnings are $38K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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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.