Central Arizona College Tuition & Outcomes (2026)
Central Arizona College is a public certificate and vocational school in Coolidge, Arizona, serving roughly 4,912 students. Programs focus on certificates and workforce credentials that prepare students for skilled trades and technical careers. Typical net price after grant aid is about $4,714 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $2,250. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $40,513 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $2,250
- 2024 Average Net Price: $4,714 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 4,912 27.8% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 27.09%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
- First-Generation Students: 49.8%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 50.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 34.2% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 100.0%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 9,287
- Room & Board: $8,786 annual estimate
Central Arizona College: what the data shows
Common questions about Central Arizona College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Central Arizona College?
Central Arizona College is located in Coolidge, AZ (ZIP 85128-9030).
Is Central Arizona College public or private?
Central Arizona College is a Public institution.
How much does Central Arizona College cost?
Published tuition: $2,250 in-state, $4,500 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $4,714.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $3,900 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $3,657 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $6,413 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $8,328 |
| $110,001+ | $8,897 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $9,000.
How big is Central Arizona College?
Total enrollment: 4,912 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 9,287 students.
About 28% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Central Arizona College?
150%-time completion rate: 27.09%.
First-year retention: 61.0%.
What do graduates of Central Arizona College earn?
Median earnings: $36,057 six years after entry; $40,513 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $10,010.
29.57% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Central Arizona College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (409 completions)
- Biological and Physical Sciences (79 completions)
- Carpentry/Carpenter (69 completions)
- Welding Technology/Welder (68 completions)
- General Studies (56 completions)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training (53 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (50 completions)
- Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician (49 completions)
- Early Childhood Education & Teaching (44 completions)
- Mason/Masonry (39 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Central Arizona College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 27.09%; median earnings $40,513 at 10 years; net price $4,714. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$2,250
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Central Arizona College was $2,250.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$4,714
2024 Value
In 2024 Central Arizona College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $4,714.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$18,856 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$4,714 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$9,000 4-Year In-State Tuition
$18,000 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$8,786 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,600 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$12,636 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$50,544 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Central Arizona College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
29.57% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
2.92% 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 Central Arizona 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 Central Arizona 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 | $2,310 | $10,260 | $4,310 |
| 2014 | $2,400 | $10,440 | $5,211 |
| 2015 | $2,460 | $10,740 | $4,480 |
| 2016 | $2,520 | $10,980 | $5,060 |
| 2017 | $2,580 | $11,100 | $5,409 |
| 2018 | $2,580 | $11,100 | $4,903 |
| 2019 | $2,580 | $5,160 | $6,260 |
| 2020 | $2,580 | $5,160 | $5,804 |
| 2021 | $2,580 | $5,160 | $5,491 |
| 2022 | $1,500 | $3,000 | $6,976 |
| 2023 | $2,250 | $4,500 | $4,591 |
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
Central Arizona College reported total enrollment of about 4,912 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 39% male and 61% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Hispanic or Latino (43.1%), White (27.6%), and Race/ethnicity unknown (13.8%). About 29.57% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 49.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
27.8% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Central Arizona College in 2024 is 4,912 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 9,287 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
61.0%
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 43.1%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
16.96% 100% Completion Time
27.09% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 16.96% of students graduating from Central Arizona 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: 33% male / 67% female
- Biological and Physical Sciences: 57% male / 43% female
- Carpentry/Carpenter: 99% male / 1% 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 Central Arizona College.
Return on Investment
$10,010 Median Student Debt
$40,513 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
24.71% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
2048.55% Return on Investment
2.5 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Central Arizona College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 56 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 409 completions
2. Biological and Physical Sciences: 79 completions
3. Carpentry/Carpenter: 69 completions
4. Welding Technology/Welder: 68 completions
5. General Studies: 56 completions
6. Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training: 53 completions
7. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 50 completions
8. Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician: 49 completions
9. Early Childhood Education & Teaching: 44 completions
Most popular programs at Central Arizona College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Central Arizona College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Central Arizona College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 100.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $8,276
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $8,057
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Central Arizona College is a public institution located in Coolidge, AZ, classified as Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Biological and Physical Sciences, Carpentry/Carpenter. Enrollment is approximately 4,912 students. Student body composition includes Hispanic or Latino (43.1%), White (27.6%), Race/ethnicity unknown (13.8%). The 150%-time completion rate is 27.09%. Approximately 29.57% of students receive Pell Grants. About 49.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Location
Coolidge, AZ 85128-9030
Region: Southwest
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 27.09% graduation rate at Central Arizona 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 56 distinct degree programs, Central Arizona 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 Central Arizona College located?
Central Arizona College is located in Coolidge, AZ.
How much does Central Arizona College cost?
Reported tuition is $2,250 and average net price is $4,714 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $8,786 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Central Arizona College?
Central Arizona College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 9,287 students, Hispanic or Latino (43.1%), White (27.6%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Central Arizona College?
About 49.8% of students at Central Arizona College are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Central Arizona College earn?
Median earnings are $36,057 six years after entry and $40,513 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Central Arizona College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 27.1% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Central Arizona College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $10,010.
Is Central Arizona College public or private?
Central Arizona College is a public institution located in Coolidge, AZ.
Is Central Arizona College an HBCU?
No. Central Arizona College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Central Arizona College a tribal college?
No. Central Arizona College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Central Arizona College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—Central Arizona College reports 43.1% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is Central Arizona College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Central Arizona 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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- Southwest regional profile
- All state profiles
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- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Arizona
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.