GateWay Community College
About GateWay Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
GateWay Community College teaches in Phoenix and is built around training people for healthcare work. It is a Hispanic-Serving Institution, and nursing and allied health are its largest programs by a wide margin.
Founded
1968
Location
Phoenix, Arizona
Students
4,538
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
28.8%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,358
Out-of-state: $8,958
Avg Net Price
$13,339
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$46,147
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
28.8% complete their degree within three years
Retention
61%
Transfer Out
23.7%
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$8.6K
Class Size
Medium
The 28.8% 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
$2,358
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
$19,314
After Financial Aid
$13,339
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$12,325
Receive Grants
27.5%
Take Loans
11.9%
Tuition is $2,358/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $13,339.
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 GateWay Community College fund their education.
While in School
27.5%
Get Grants
Free money
11.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$21,260
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 GateWay Community College.
Gender
69%
Female
31%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
4,538
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
56.6%
First-Gen
27 yrs
Avg Age
38.9%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 27, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 56.6% 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: Large
Campus Quick Facts
4,538
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
GateWay Community College fields 2 varsity teams with 80 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
2
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
80
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
78% / 22%
62
Men
18
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 GateWay Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$46,147
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$74K
204 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$57K
141 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
—
71 grads
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
$51K
46 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
20 grads
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)
—
9 grads
Graduates earn about $42K six years out, growing to $46K 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.