Campus Identity
Penrose Academy is a private for-profit college in Scottsdale, AZ. Lake Pleasant is about 25 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
At a Glance
Penrose Academy is a private for-profit college in Scottsdale, AZ. Lake Pleasant is about 25 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Campus Lifestyle
Penrose Academy is a under 1,000, urban school. The campus is 104 miles from Mt. Lemmon Ski Valley.
School Size & Setting
Under 1,000
Urban setting
Weather
Hot Climate
67°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
Penrose Academy students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Mt. Lemmon Ski Valley, 104 miles away. All are within 120 miles of campus.
Arizona
Arizona
Nearby Lake
Lake Pleasant is 25 miles from campus, giving Penrose Academy students access to boating, swimming, and waterfront recreation.
Lake Pleasant
Lake access within 25.4 miles
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Scottsdale, AZ
Scottsdale has a hot climate, with winters averaging 54°F in Dec and summers peaking around 93°F in Jul.
Station: SCOTTSDALE MUNICIPAL Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
Penrose Academy in AZ earns a composite safety score of 100/100, rated Very Safe among U.S. colleges.
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
2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.
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What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.
Fields of Study
1 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
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 Penrose Academy located?
Penrose Academy is located in Scottsdale, AZ. The main campus address is 13402 North Scottsdale Road Suite B160, Scottsdale, AZ. It is a private institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.
What is the application fee for Penrose Academy?
The undergraduate application fee at Penrose Academy is $100. Check the admissions website for fee waiver eligibility.
Is Penrose Academy the right fit for me?
Whether Penrose Academy is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, avg net price ($22,586/year after aid), campus culture in Scottsdale, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Penrose Academy against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Penrose Academy directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- For-Profit
- Location
- Scottsdale, AZ
- Size
- Under 1,000
- Degrees Offered
- Certificates
- School Year Weather
- Hot · 67°F avg
- App Fee
- $100
- On Campus Safety Score
- 100/100
- Nearest Airport
- Phoenix, AZ (PHX) · 13 mialso AZA (26 mi), LUF (27 mi)
Location
Scottsdale, AZ