South Mountain Community College Tuition & Completion (2026)
South Mountain Community College is a public community college in Phoenix, Arizona, serving roughly 3,645 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $12,780 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $2,358. Student demographics in federal data include Hispanic or Latino (56.7%) and White (16.5%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $2,358
- 2024 Average Net Price: $12,780 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 3,645 38.2% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 16.32%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
- First-Generation Students: 59.0%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 13.9% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 8.7% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 100.0%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 6,323
- Room & Board: $10,872 annual estimate
South Mountain Community College: what the data shows
Common questions about South Mountain Community College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is South Mountain Community College?
South Mountain Community College is located in Phoenix, AZ (ZIP 85042).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is South Mountain Community College public or private?
South Mountain Community College is a Public institution.
How much does South Mountain Community College cost?
Published tuition: $2,358 in-state, $8,958 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $12,780.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $11,902 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $11,932 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $13,987 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $17,329 |
| $110,001+ | $17,132 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $9,432.
How big is South Mountain Community College?
Total enrollment: 3,645 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 6,323 students.
About 38% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at South Mountain Community College?
150%-time completion rate: 16.32%.
What do graduates of South Mountain Community College earn?
Median earnings: $35,633 six years after entry; $39,825 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $8,000.
29.64% of students receive Pell grants.
What is South Mountain Community College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Art/Art Studies, General (195 completions)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (128 completions)
- Behavioral Sciences (88 completions)
- Business/Commerce, General (42 completions)
- Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician (36 completions)
- Electrician (32 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (29 completions)
- Natural Sciences (25 completions)
- Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design (21 completions)
- General Studies (21 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is South Mountain Community College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 16.32%; median earnings $39,825 at 10 years; net price $12,780. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$2,358
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at South Mountain Community College was $2,358.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$12,780
2024 Value
In 2024 South Mountain Community College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $12,780.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$51,120 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$12,780 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$9,432 4-Year In-State Tuition
$35,832 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$10,872 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,104 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$14,334 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$57,336 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for South Mountain Community College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
29.64% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
8.49% 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 South Mountain 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 South Mountain 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 | $1,974 | $7,758 | $7,948 |
| 2014 | $2,046 | $7,830 | $7,691 |
| 2015 | $2,046 | $7,830 | $6,877 |
| 2016 | $2,094 | $7,878 | $7,298 |
| 2017 | $2,094 | $7,878 | $6,536 |
| 2018 | $2,070 | $7,854 | $6,877 |
| 2019 | $2,070 | $7,854 | $8,566 |
| 2020 | $2,070 | $7,854 | $10,375 |
| 2021 | $2,070 | $7,854 | $10,040 |
| 2022 | $2,070 | $7,854 | $10,982 |
| 2023 | $2,358 | $8,958 | $11,942 |
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
South Mountain Community College reported total enrollment of about 3,645 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 38% male and 62% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Hispanic or Latino (56.7%), White (16.5%), and Black or African American (14.3%). About 29.64% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 59.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
38.2% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at South Mountain Community College in 2024 is 3,645 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 6,323 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
N/A%
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 56.7%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
14.15% 100% Completion Time
16.32% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 14.15% of students graduating from South Mountain Community College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Art/Art Studies, General: 29% male / 71% female
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 27% male / 73% female
- Behavioral Sciences: 19% male / 81% 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 South Mountain Community College.
Return on Investment
$8,000 Median Student Debt
$39,825 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
20.09% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
679.05% Return on Investment
2.0 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for South Mountain Community College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 48 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Art/Art Studies, General: 195 completions
2. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 128 completions
3. Behavioral Sciences: 88 completions
4. Business/Commerce, General: 42 completions
5. Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician: 36 completions
6. Electrician: 32 completions
7. Business Administration and Management, General: 29 completions
8. Natural Sciences: 25 completions
9. Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design: 21 completions
Most popular programs at South Mountain Community College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for South Mountain Community College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for South Mountain Community College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 100.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $10,731
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $6,231
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
South Mountain Community College is a public institution located in Phoenix, 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 Art/Art Studies, General, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Behavioral Sciences. Enrollment is approximately 3,645 students. Student body composition includes Hispanic or Latino (56.7%), White (16.5%), Black or African American (14.3%). The 150%-time completion rate is 16.32%. Approximately 29.64% of students receive Pell Grants. About 59.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Location
Phoenix, AZ 85042
Region: Southwest
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 16.32% graduation rate at South Mountain 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is South Mountain Community College located?
South Mountain Community College is located in Phoenix, AZ.
How much does South Mountain Community College cost?
Reported tuition is $2,358 and average net price is $12,780 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $10,872 annually.
What is the student body demographics at South Mountain Community College?
South Mountain Community College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 6,323 students, Hispanic or Latino (56.7%), White (16.5%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend South Mountain Community College?
About 59.0% of students at South Mountain Community College are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of South Mountain Community College earn?
Median earnings are $35,633 six years after entry and $39,825 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at South Mountain Community College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 16.3% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do South Mountain Community College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $8,000.
Is South Mountain Community College public or private?
South Mountain Community College is a public institution located in Phoenix, AZ.
Is South Mountain Community College an HBCU?
No. South Mountain Community College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is South Mountain Community College a tribal college?
No. South Mountain Community College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is South Mountain Community College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—South Mountain Community College reports 56.7% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is South Mountain Community College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for South Mountain 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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- Phoenix, Arizona city profile
- Southwest regional profile
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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.