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Central Arizona College

Coolidge, AZ·Public·www.centralaz.edu/

Campus Identity

Central Arizona College is a public community college in Coolidge, AZ. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 70/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Central Arizona College is a public community college in Coolidge, AZ. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 70/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$2,580
In-State Tuition
$5,160
Out-of-State Tuition
$8,956
Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
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Graduation Rate

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

5,000–9,999

Rural setting

Ski Access

62 miles

Mt. Lemmon Ski Valley

Weather

Hot Climate

66°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

62 mi away
146 mi away
1,200 skiable acres8 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Coolidge, AZ

54°Jan57°Feb64°Mar70°Apr78°May88°Jun93°Jul91°Aug86°Sep74°Oct61°Nov53°Dec

Station: CASA GRANDE · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

70/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety608175
60/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
81/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
75/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$2,580$5,160
Room & Board
$8,956$8,956
Total
$11,536$14,116
In-StateOut-of-State

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

113 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
230 grads/yr$44,672
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesCertificate
214 grads/yr$58,439
CarpentersCertificate
69 grads/yr
Culinary Arts and Related ServicesCertificate
56 grads/yr
Mason/MasonryCertificate
44 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's38 grads$80,752
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Certificate214 grads$58,439
Health and Medical Administrative Services
Certificate grads$51,306
Health and Medical Administrative Services
Associate's10 grads$46,036
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's230 grads$44,672
Carpenters
Certificate69 grads
Culinary Arts and Related Services
Certificate56 grads
Mason/Masonry
Certificate44 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Associate's38 grads
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate38 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Central Arizona College located?

Central Arizona College is located in Coolidge, AZ. The main campus address is 8470 N Overfield Rd, Coolidge, AZ. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Central Arizona College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Central Arizona College charges $2,580/year for in-state students and $5,160/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board ($8,956/year), the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $5,160/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Central Arizona College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Central Arizona College the right fit for me?

Whether Central Arizona College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($5,160/year out-of-state), campus culture in Coolidge, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Central Arizona College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Central Arizona College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Coolidge, AZ
Size
5,000–9,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Hot · 66°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
70/100
Nearest Airport
Mesa, AZ (AZA) · 24 mialso PHX (39 mi), LUF (58 mi)

Location

Coolidge, AZ

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.