Arizona College-Mesa campus

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Private for-profit, Less than 2-Year
Mesa, AZ

Arizona College-Mesa

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in AZ. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$18,835

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

59.3%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$34,657

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Arizona College-Mesa is a distinguished Private for-profit, Less than 2-Year institution located in Mesa, AZ. With a competitive tuition profile of $18,835, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 59.3% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$37,670

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

8.1 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$4,657

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$8,900

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$55,470

Long-term projected return on your education investment

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 College-Mesa is $9,500.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
90.2%
9.8%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Hispanic
40.6%
White
21.1%
Black
20.3%
American Indian / Alaska Native
9.0%
Two or more
6.8%
Asian
1.5%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.8%
International
0.0%
Unknown
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$18,835

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$26,230
$30k - $48k$26,616
$48k - $75k$26,891
$75k+$32,204

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$9,500
Pell Grant Recipients83.7%
Using Federal Loans76.4%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment30.0%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Federal Grant$4,621
Avg. Pell Grant$4,511
Avg. State/Local Grant$4,345
Students Receiving Grants87.0%

* 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

64.9%

Success

59.3%

In-State Cost

$18,835

Age 25+ Students

60.2%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 10

Working at 6yr

1,441 students

Living In Mesa

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
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Studio

$1,460

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$1,599

Monthly Average

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2 Bedrooms

$1,877

Monthly Average

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3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Mesa metropolitan area.