C
Average
Score: 53/100

Pima Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Tucson, Arizona 85709
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: 21%
Outcomes
D
43/100
Affordability
A
84/100
Resources
C+
62/100
Experience
C
45/100
Prestige
D
32/100

Quick Stats

15,819
Total Enrollment
21%
Graduation Rate
67%
Retention Rate
19.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$3,057
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Pima Community College

13% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 2,056 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$0
For parents & investors

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🏆 Where Pima Community College Ranks

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

#9
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other
of 13 schools
#9
Special Education and Teaching, Other
of 10 schools
#13
Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician
of 28 schools
#19
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants, Other
of 46 schools
#19
Aircraft Powerplant Technology/Technician
of 32 schools
#24
Computer Support Specialist
of 50 schools
#28
Visual and Performing Arts, General
of 37 schools
#30
Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder
of 99 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $2,208 $7,524

Financial Aid

70%
Receive Any Aid
56%
Receive Pell Grants
6%
Take Out Loans
$3,057
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$2,256
$30,001 - $48,000$2,605
$48,001 - $75,000$4,578
$75,001 - $110,000$7,383
$110,001+$8,872

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 2,712 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 256 grads/yr Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician 219 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 161 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 149 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 119 grads/yr Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor 105 grads/yr General Studies 93 grads/yr Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician 88 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other 87 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 84 grads/yr Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants, Other 80 grads/yr Fire Science/Fire-fighting 76 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 62 grads/yr Aircraft Powerplant Technology/Technician 62 grads/yr Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder 61 grads/yr Computer Support Specialist 52 grads/yr Visual and Performing Arts, General 51 grads/yr Special Education and Teaching, Other 49 grads/yr Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General 45 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$106k/yr 289,600 jobs
Paramedics
$58k/yr 101,900 jobs
Emergency medical technicians
$41k/yr 181,000 jobs
Electrical and electronics repairers, commercial and industrial equipment
$71k/yr 61,100 jobs
Semiconductor processing technicians
$51k/yr 31,900 jobs
Detectives and criminal investigators
$94k/yr 117,900 jobs
Police and sheriff's patrol officers
$76k/yr 698,800 jobs

Student Demographics

15,819
Total Students
56%
Women
59%
Traditional Age (18-24)
13%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 35%
Hispanic 50%
Black 5%
Asian 3%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 13%
With Family 87%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~2,056 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 48%
Hybrid (Some Online) 21%
Fully Online 32%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 59%
25-64 (Adult) 37%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Pima 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 Pima Community College?
Tuition at Pima Community College is $2,208 for in-state students and $7,524 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $3,057.
What is the graduation rate at Pima Community College?
The graduation rate at Pima Community College is 21%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Pima Community College a good school?
Pima Community College has a Repit College Score of 53/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (A): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): 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 Pima Community College?
Pima Community College has a total enrollment of 15,819 students.
Is there rental demand near Pima Community College?
Yes! Approximately 13% of students at Pima Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 2,056 students who need rental housing near campus.

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