Mesa Community College
About Mesa Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Mesa Community College is the largest of Arizona's Maricopa colleges, teaching in the eastern suburbs of Phoenix, and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. Nursing, business and the physical sciences are its largest programs.
Founded
1965
Location
Mesa, Arizona
Students
14,460
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
15.6%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,358
Out-of-state: $8,958
Avg Net Price
$12,132
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$44,034
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
15.6% complete their degree within three years
Retention
65%
Transfer Out
20.8%
Teaching Quality
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$7.1K
Class Size
Medium
The 15.6% graduation rate is below average, but 65% 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
$18,194
After Financial Aid
$12,132
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$10,838
Receive Grants
21%
Take Loans
7.1%
Tuition is $2,358/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $12,132.
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 Mesa Community College fund their education.
While in School
21%
Get Grants
Free money
7.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$22,608
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$7,473
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$79/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $7,473, 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 Mesa Community College.
Gender
54.9%
Female
45%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
14,460
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
45.8%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
33.7%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (55% women, 45% men). 45.8% 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
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
14,460
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Mesa Community College fields 11 varsity teams with 326 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
11
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
326
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
57% / 43%
185
Men
141
Women
8
Men's Teams
10
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Mesa Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$44,034
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$46K
458 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$74K
176 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$44K
151 grads
4yr Earnings
Physical Sciences, General
—
60 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
51 grads
Design and Applied Arts
—
39 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mesa Community College
How much does Mesa Community College cost?▾
What is the graduation rate at Mesa Community College?▾
How much do Mesa Community College graduates earn?▾
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.