Pima Community College Tuition & Completion (2026)
Pima Community College is a public community college in Tucson, Arizona, with about 14,242 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $3,405 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $2,442. Student demographics in federal data include Hispanic or Latino (52.3%) and White (32.2%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $2,442
- 2024 Average Net Price: $3,405 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 14,242 24.7% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 27.60%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Nontraditional
- First-Generation Students: 47.8%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 3.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 12.6% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 27.7%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 34,441
- Room & Board: $11,542 annual estimate
Pima Community College: what the data shows
Common questions about Pima Community College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Pima Community College?
Pima Community College is located in Tucson, AZ (ZIP 85709-1275).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is Pima Community College public or private?
Pima Community College is a Public institution.
How much does Pima Community College cost?
Published tuition: $2,442 in-state, $7,758 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $3,405.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $2,605 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $2,850 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $4,552 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $7,865 |
| $110,001+ | $9,615 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $9,768.
How big is Pima Community College?
Total enrollment: 14,242 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 34,441 students.
About 25% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Pima Community College?
150%-time completion rate: 27.60%.
First-year retention: 67.6%.
What do graduates of Pima Community College earn?
Median earnings: $34,622 six years after entry; $39,810 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $7,000.
34.51% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Pima Community College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (2,712 completions)
- Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) (256 completions)
- Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician (219 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Police Science (161 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (149 completions)
- Business/Commerce, General (119 completions)
- Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor (105 completions)
- General Studies (93 completions)
- Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician (88 completions)
- Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other (87 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Pima Community College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 27.60%; median earnings $39,810 at 10 years; net price $3,405. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$2,442
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Pima Community College was $2,442.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$3,405
2024 Value
In 2024 Pima Community College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $3,405.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$13,620 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$3,405 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$9,768 4-Year In-State Tuition
$31,032 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$11,542 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,920 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$15,904 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$63,616 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Pima Community College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
34.51% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
8.65% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Pima Community College was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Pima Community College in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $1,724 | $8,048 | $2,759 |
| 2014 | $1,844 | $8,048 | $2,987 |
| 2015 | $1,974 | $8,610 | $2,721 |
| 2016 | $2,046 | $7,362 | $4,086 |
| 2017 | $2,118 | $7,434 | $4,608 |
| 2018 | $2,142 | $7,458 | $3,817 |
| 2019 | $2,190 | $7,506 | $3,583 |
| 2020 | $2,250 | $7,566 | $3,846 |
| 2021 | $2,250 | $7,566 | $3,409 |
| 2022 | $2,298 | $7,614 | $3,575 |
| 2023 | $2,370 | $7,686 | $3,123 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Pima Community College reported total enrollment of about 14,242 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 44% male and 56% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Hispanic or Latino (52.3%), White (32.2%), and Black or African American (5.3%). About 34.51% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 47.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
24.7% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Pima Community College in 2024 is 14,242 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 34,441 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
67.6%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Hispanic or Latino at 52.3%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
13.45% 100% Completion Time
27.60% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 13.45% of students graduating from Pima Community College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 40% male / 60% female
- Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic): 66% male / 34% female
- Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician: 100% male / 0% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: Hispanic or Latino.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Pima Community College.
Return on Investment
$7,000 Median Student Debt
$39,810 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
17.58% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
2822.91% Return on Investment
1.8 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Pima Community College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 89 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 2,712 completions
2. Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic): 256 completions
3. Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician: 219 completions
4. Criminal Justice/Police Science: 161 completions
5. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 149 completions
6. Business/Commerce, General: 119 completions
7. Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor: 105 completions
8. General Studies: 93 completions
9. Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician: 88 completions
Most popular programs at Pima Community College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Pima Community College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Pima Community College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 27.7%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $8,722
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $5,731
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Pima Community College is a public institution located in Tucson, AZ, classified as Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Nontraditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic), Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician. Enrollment is approximately 14,242 students. Student body composition includes Hispanic or Latino (52.3%), White (32.2%), Black or African American (5.3%). The 150%-time completion rate is 27.60%. Approximately 34.51% of students receive Pell Grants. About 47.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Nontraditional
Location
Tucson, AZ 85709-1275
Region: Southwest
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 27.60% graduation rate at Pima Community College falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 89 distinct degree programs, Pima Community College provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Pima Community College located?
Pima Community College is located in Tucson, AZ.
How much does Pima Community College cost?
Reported tuition is $2,442 and average net price is $3,405 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $11,542 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Pima Community College?
Pima Community College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 34,441 students, Hispanic or Latino (52.3%), White (32.2%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Pima Community College?
About 47.8% of students at Pima Community College are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Pima Community College earn?
Median earnings are $34,622 six years after entry and $39,810 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Pima Community College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 27.6% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Pima Community College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $7,000.
Is Pima Community College public or private?
Pima Community College is a public institution located in Tucson, AZ.
Is Pima Community College an HBCU?
No. Pima Community College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Pima Community College a tribal college?
No. Pima Community College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Pima Community College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—Pima Community College reports 52.3% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is Pima Community College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Pima Community College in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
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Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.