Yavapai College
About Yavapai College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Yavapai College teaches in Prescott, in the mountains of central Arizona, and keeps dormitories. It is a Hispanic-Serving Institution, and nursing and business are its largest programs.
Founded
1965
Location
Prescott, Arizona
Students
3,988
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
33.5%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$2,948
Out-of-state: $9,486
Avg Net Price
$8,683
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$39,890
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
33.5% complete their degree within three years
Retention
64%
Transfer Out
19.7%
Teaching Quality
19:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
28%
$/Student
$8.2K
Class Size
Large
The 33.5% graduation rate is below average, but 64% 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
$2,948
In-State
$9,486
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$11,180
Books & Supplies
$1,100
Total Cost of Attendance
$14,988
After Financial Aid
$8,683
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,882
Receive Grants
21%
Take Loans
4.4%
The total cost of attendance runs about $14,988/yr, including $11,180 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $8,683.
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 Yavapai College fund their education.
While in School
21%
Get Grants
Free money
4.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$17,699
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$9,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$95/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $9,000, 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 Yavapai College.
Gender
57.8%
Female
42%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,988
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
50%
First-Gen
27 yrs
Avg Age
41.5%
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. 50% 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
3,988
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
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Yavapai College fields 5 varsity teams with 155 student athletes, about 4% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
5
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
155
4% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
50% / 50%
78
Men
77
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 Yavapai Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$39,890
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$37K
307 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$75K
90 grads
1yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
—
22 grads
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$67K
20 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
16 grads
Legal Support Services
—
15 grads
Median earnings are $40K 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.