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Arizona Western College
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Annual Tuition
$3,020
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
Open
Open Admission
Graduation Rate
22.6%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$36,857
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Arizona Western College is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Yuma, AZ. With a competitive tuition profile of $3,020, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 22.6% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 2-Year Cost
$6,040
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
0.9 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$6,857
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$62,530
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$131,100
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Graduation Rate: 23%
Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Arizona Western College is $4,826.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
4
Burglary
1
Theft
1
Assault
0
Robbery
1
Rape
1
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$3,020
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
68.2%
Success
22.6%
In-State Cost
$3,020
Age 25+ Students
21.7%
Carnegie Class
Carnegie 2
Working at 6yr
3,014 students
Living In Yuma
Off-Campus Market Estimator
Studio
$956
Monthly Average
1 Bedroom
$962
Monthly Average
2 Bedrooms
$1,264
Monthly Average
3 Bedrooms
$
Monthly Average
Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Yuma metropolitan area.