C+
Above Average
Score: 54/100

Paradise Valley Community College

4-Year Public
📍 Phoenix, Arizona 85032
Outcomes
C
50/100
Affordability
B
67/100
Resources
B
70/100
Experience
C
54/100
Prestige
F
28/100

Quick Stats

5,880
Total Enrollment
20%
Graduation Rate
65%
Retention Rate
13.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$14,322
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Paradise Valley Community College

37% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 2,199 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$452,533
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,613
1-Year Change
+1.2%
For parents & investors

The Paradise Valley Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $452,533
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,613/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 85050 (3.2% cap, Phoenix)

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🏆 Where Paradise Valley Community College Ranks

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

#8
Small Business Administration/Management
of 26 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

59%
Receive Any Aid
34%
Receive Pell Grants
8%
Take Out Loans
$14,322
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$11,872
$30,001 - $48,000$12,999
$48,001 - $75,000$15,708
$75,001 - $110,000$17,710
$110,001+$19,032

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Art/Art Studies, General 198 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 190 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 133 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 85 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 81 grads/yr Small Business Administration/Management 52 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 51 grads/yr Psychology, General 27 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 24 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 23 grads/yr Physical Sciences, General 20 grads/yr Accounting 19 grads/yr General Studies 18 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 16 grads/yr Game and Interactive Media Design 15 grads/yr Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician 15 grads/yr Natural Sciences 14 grads/yr Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General 14 grads/yr Sustainability Studies 12 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 11 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Paradise Valley 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
Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$106k/yr 289,600 jobs
Paramedics
$58k/yr 101,900 jobs

Student Demographics

5,880
Total Students
56%
Women
53%
Traditional Age (18-24)
37%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 52%
Hispanic 29%
Black 4%
Asian 4%
Two or More 5%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 37%
With Family 63%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~2,199 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 47%
Hybrid (Some Online) 27%
Fully Online 26%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 53%
25-64 (Adult) 32%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Paradise Valley 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 Paradise Valley Community College?
Tuition at Paradise Valley 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 $14,322.
What is the graduation rate at Paradise Valley Community College?
The graduation rate at Paradise Valley Community College is 20%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Paradise Valley Community College a good school?
Paradise Valley Community College has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): 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 Paradise Valley Community College?
Paradise Valley Community College has a total enrollment of 5,880 students.
Is there rental demand near Paradise Valley Community College?
Yes! Approximately 37% of students at Paradise Valley Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 2,199 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Phoenix area.

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