Phoenix College
About Phoenix College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Phoenix College opened in 1920, the oldest of the Maricopa colleges, and teaches in the middle of the city. It is a Hispanic-Serving Institution, and nursing and business are its largest programs.
Founded
1920
Location
Phoenix, Arizona
Students
8,555
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
13.6%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,358
Out-of-state: $8,958
Avg Net Price
$12,055
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$40,870
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
13.6% complete their degree within three years
Retention
62%
Transfer Out
23.3%
Teaching Quality
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$7.3K
Class Size
Medium
The 13.6% graduation rate is below average, but 62% 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
$18,594
After Financial Aid
$12,055
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$11,172
Receive Grants
27.2%
Take Loans
7.6%
Tuition is $2,358/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $12,055.
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 Phoenix College fund their education.
While in School
27.2%
Get Grants
Free money
7.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$20,661
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 Phoenix College.
Gender
64.7%
Female
35%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
8,555
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
61.6%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
37.3%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 65% of the student body. 61.6% 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
8,555
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
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
Phoenix College fields 5 varsity teams with 153 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
5
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
153
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
44% / 56%
68
Men
85
Women
3
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Phoenix Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$40,870
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$32K
278 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$73K
102 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$56K
60 grads
1yr Earnings
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
$32K
52 grads
1yr Earnings
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions
$60K
48 grads
1yr Earnings
Design and Applied Arts
—
36 grads
Graduates earn about $37K 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.