Estrella Mountain Community College
About Estrella Mountain Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Estrella Mountain Community College teaches in Avondale, in the western suburbs of Phoenix, and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Business and nursing are its largest programs.
Founded
1992
Location
Avondale, Arizona
Students
4,512
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
32.2%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,358
Out-of-state: $8,958
Avg Net Price
$12,254
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$44,356
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
32.2% complete their degree within three years
Retention
68.8%
Transfer Out
Not reported
Teaching Quality
23:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$4.8K
Class Size
Large
The 32.2% graduation rate is below average, but 68.8% 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
$2,358
In-State
$8,958
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,104
Total Cost of Attendance
$18,040
After Financial Aid
$12,254
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$10,780
Receive Grants
23.6%
Take Loans
7%
Tuition is $2,358/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $12,254.
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 Estrella Mountain Community College fund their education.
While in School
23.6%
Get Grants
Free money
7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$27,266
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$7,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$80/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $7,500, 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 Estrella Mountain Community College.
Gender
62.9%
Female
37%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
4,512
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
54.3%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
19.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 63% of the student body. 54.3% 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
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
4,512
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Estrella Mountain Community College fields 2 varsity teams with 13 student athletes.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
2
Biggest: Cross Country
Student Athletes
13
8 men, 5 women
Athletes by Gender
62% / 38%
8
Men
5
Women
2
Men's Teams
1
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Estrella Mountain Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$44,356
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$53K
436 grads
4yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$43K
96 grads
4yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$78K
77 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
—
52 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
41 grads
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
—
38 grads
Graduates earn about $39K six years out, growing to $44K 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.