C+
Above Average
Score: 54/100
Quick Stats
5,131
Total Enrollment
23%
Graduation Rate
58%
Retention Rate
16.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$4,645
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors
The Central Arizona College Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $266,926
- Avg rent near campus: $1,599/mo — vs ~$350/mo campus room rate
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 85128 (4.7% cap, Coolidge)
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🏆 Where Central Arizona College Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $2,250 | $4,500 |
| Room | $3,150 | |
| Board | $5,636 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $15,451 | $17,701 |
Financial Aid
83%
Receive Any Aid
45%
Receive Pell Grants
5%
Take Out Loans
$4,645
Avg Net Price
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $2,321 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $2,601 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $5,230 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $7,109 |
| $110,001+ | $7,223 |
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
409 grads/yr
Biological and Physical Sciences
79 grads/yr
Carpentry/Carpenter
69 grads/yr
Welding Technology/Welder
68 grads/yr
General Studies
56 grads/yr
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
53 grads/yr
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
50 grads/yr
Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician
49 grads/yr
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
44 grads/yr
Mason/Masonry
39 grads/yr
Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General
34 grads/yr
Construction/Heavy Equipment/Earthmoving Equipment Operation
34 grads/yr
Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist
33 grads/yr
Institutional Food Workers
29 grads/yr
Business/Commerce, General
24 grads/yr
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
17 grads/yr
Computer Programming/Programmer, General
16 grads/yr
Elementary Education and Teaching
14 grads/yr
Health Information/Medical Records Administration/Administrator
14 grads/yr
Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage
13 grads/yr
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Central Arizona College's top programs commonly pursue.
Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr
183,400 jobs
Natural sciences managers
$161k/yr
104,300 jobs
Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education
$65k/yr
1,094,500 jobs
First-line supervisors of construction trades and extraction workers
$79k/yr
921,600 jobs
Carpenters
$59k/yr
959,000 jobs
Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers
$51k/yr
457,300 jobs
Welding, soldering, and brazing machine setters, operators, and tenders
$47k/yr
38,900 jobs
Student Demographics
5,131
Total Students
63%
Women
63%
Traditional Age (18-24)
26%
Off-Campus Renters
👥 Race & Ethnicity
White
32%
Hispanic
42%
Black
5%
Asian
2%
Two or More
2%
Non-Resident
2%
🏠 Living Arrangements
On Campus
16%
Off-Campus (Renters)
26%
With Family
58%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,349 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person
26%
Hybrid (Some Online)
63%
Fully Online
11%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)
63%
25-64 (Adult)
26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Central Arizona College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Central Arizona College?
Tuition at Central Arizona College is
$2,250 for in-state students
and $4,500 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $4,645.
What is the graduation rate at Central Arizona College?
The graduation rate at Central Arizona College is 23%.
This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Central Arizona College a good school?
Central Arizona College has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (Grade: C+).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
- Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Central Arizona College?
Central Arizona College has a total enrollment of 5,131 students.
Is there rental demand near Central Arizona College?
Yes! Approximately 26% of students at Central Arizona College live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 1,349 students who need rental housing near campus.
This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Coolidge area.
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology