C
Average
Score: 50/100
Overall (traditional)
N/R
Outcome Rating
No earnings reported

Sessions College for Professional Design

4-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Tempe, Arizona 85281
ℹ️
Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 50%
Outcomes
B+
75/100
Affordability
C
51/100
Resources
C+
63/100
Experience
F
30/100
Prestige
F
21/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

154
Total Enrollment
50%
Graduation Rate
100%
Retention Rate
11.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Sessions College for Professional Design, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$36,805
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$17,813
Median debt at graduation
40%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
48.7%
Students receiving Pell grants

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Sessions College for Professional Design

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Design and Applied Arts—$37,727+4%#16 of 26#16$11,571

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Sessions College for Professional Design Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $396,722
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,680/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 85040 (4.5% cap, Phoenix)

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🏆 Where Sessions College for Professional Design Ranks

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

#25
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of 28 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $12,240 $12,240

Financial Aid

67%
Receive Any Aid
52%
Receive Pell Grants
52%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

154
Total Students
70%
Women
29%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 56%
Hispanic 10%
Black 18%
Asian 2%
Two or More 8%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

Fully Online 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 29%
25-64 (Adult) 71%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Sessions College for Professional Design?
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 Sessions College for Professional Design?
Tuition at Sessions College for Professional Design is $12,240 for in-state students and $12,240 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Sessions College for Professional Design?
The graduation rate at Sessions College for Professional Design is 50%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Sessions College for Professional Design a good school?
Sessions College for Professional Design has a Repit College Score of 50/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (F): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Sessions College for Professional Design?
Sessions College for Professional Design has a total enrollment of 154 students.

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