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Average
Score: 51/100

Mesa Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Mesa, Arizona 85202
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 19%
Outcomes
D
41/100
Affordability
B
70/100
Resources
B
67/100
Experience
D
44/100
Prestige
D
32/100

Quick Stats

16,624
Total Enrollment
19%
Graduation Rate
65%
Retention Rate
16.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$13,767
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Mesa Community College

37% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 6,151 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$396,754
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,377
1-Year Change
+0.2%
For parents & investors

The Mesa Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $396,754
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,377/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 85281 (3.3% cap, Tempe)

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🏆 Where Mesa Community College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#9
Building/Construction Site Management/Manager
of 15 schools
#13
Natural Sciences
of 21 schools
#14
Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician
of 28 schools
#26
Network and System Administration/Administrator
of 45 schools
#29
Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician
of 48 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $2,328 $8,929

Financial Aid

69%
Receive Any Aid
44%
Receive Pell Grants
9%
Take Out Loans
$13,767
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$12,407
$30,001 - $48,000$13,013
$48,001 - $75,000$14,755
$75,001 - $110,000$17,002
$110,001+$18,916

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Art/Art Studies, General 897 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 500 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 420 grads/yr Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 411 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 403 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 291 grads/yr Building/Construction Site Management/Manager 263 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 230 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 219 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 188 grads/yr Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician 186 grads/yr Natural Sciences 163 grads/yr Network and System Administration/Administrator 131 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 111 grads/yr Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 105 grads/yr Real Estate 73 grads/yr Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician 72 grads/yr Forensic Science and Technology 69 grads/yr Psychology, General 61 grads/yr General Studies 54 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Mesa Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Art, drama, and music teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 122,800 jobs
Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education
$65k/yr 1,094,500 jobs
Fine artists, including painters, sculptors, and illustrators
$61k/yr 26,500 jobs
Photographers
$43k/yr 151,200 jobs
Craft artists
$38k/yr 11,600 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs

Student Demographics

16,624
Total Students
54%
Women
51%
Traditional Age (18-24)
37%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 44%
Hispanic 34%
Black 6%
Asian 5%
Two or More 5%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 37%
With Family 63%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~6,151 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 46%
Hybrid (Some Online) 29%
Fully Online 26%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 51%
25-64 (Adult) 33%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Mesa Community 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 Mesa Community College?
Tuition at Mesa Community College is $2,328 for in-state students and $8,929 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $13,767.
What is the graduation rate at Mesa Community College?
The graduation rate at Mesa Community College is 19%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Mesa Community College a good school?
Mesa Community College has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (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 (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Mesa Community College?
Mesa Community College has a total enrollment of 16,624 students.
Is there rental demand near Mesa Community College?
Yes! Approximately 37% of students at Mesa Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 6,151 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Mesa area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology