At a glance
Average net price
$12,254
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
32.2%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
4,512
In-state tuition
$2,358
Out-of-state tuition
$8,958
Cost of attendance
$18,040
Median earnings (10y)
$44,356
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- Not available
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
25 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (47%), trades & services (16%), stem (14%).
- STEM14%
- Health7%
- Business12%
- Humanities & arts47%
- Social sciences5%
- Trades & services16%
- ~1,052 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Liberal arts15.7%~709 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Business11.9%~538 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Computer science9.4%~425 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~399 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~298 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~296 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~161 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~139 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~105 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Education2.1%~96 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~64 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Psychology1.4%~62 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication0.8%~34 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering0.7%~32 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences0.7%~32 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~19 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- English0.4%~17 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.3%~11 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~9 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~4 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- History0.1%~4 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering tech0.0%~2 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Legal0.0%~2 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~2 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Undergraduate certificate | 1,279 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 1,040 | $25,859 | $9,500 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Undergraduate certificate | 252 | — | — |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Undergraduate certificate | 201 | — | — |
| Natural Sciences. | Undergraduate certificate | 200 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 190 | $23,283 | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 161 | — | $34,003 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate's | 96 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Associate's | 94 | — | — |
| Physical Sciences, General. | Associate's | 90 | — | — |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 75 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Associate's | 73 | — | — |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate's | 69 | — | — |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Undergraduate certificate | 49 | — | — |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Associate's | 43 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Associate's | 40 | — | — |
| Computer Software and Media Applications. | Associate's | 35 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Undergraduate certificate | 34 | — | — |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Associate's | 33 | — | — |
| Social Work. | Associate's | 32 | — | — |
| Computer Software and Media Applications. | Undergraduate certificate | 28 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Associate's | 28 | — | — |
| Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 27 | — | — |
| Engineering, General. | Associate's | 26 | — | — |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Associate's | 25 | — | — |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 25 | $29,497 | — |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Undergraduate certificate | 23 | — | — |
| Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 22 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Associate's | 21 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate's | 20 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 18 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Associate's | 17 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Associate's | 16 | — | — |
| Literature. | Associate's | 11 | — | — |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Associate's | 10 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Associate's | 8 | — | — |
| Computer Systems Analysis. | Associate's | 7 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Associate's | 6 | — | — |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. | Undergraduate certificate | 6 | — | — |
| Sustainability Studies. | Associate's | 6 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Estrella Mountain Community College
Estrella Mountain Community College is a mid-sized institution located in Avondale, Arizona, primarily awarding the certificate. It enrolls roughly 4,512 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Visual & performing arts, Liberal arts, Business.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Estrella Mountain Community College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $12,254 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $2,358 for in-state students and $8,958 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $18,040 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 32.2%, a average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $44,356 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Estrella Mountain Community College confers degrees and certificates across 25 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Visual & performing arts, Liberal arts, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (47% of credentials), trades & services (16% of credentials), stem (14% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.
Location & campus
Set in Avondale, Arizona (suburb), Estrella Mountain Community College draws students from across Arizona and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Estrella Mountain Community College
Q.How much does Estrella Mountain Community College cost?
The average net price at Estrella Mountain Community College is $12,254 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $18,040.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Estrella Mountain Community College?
Estrella Mountain Community College has a 6-year graduation rate of 32.2% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Estrella Mountain Community College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Estrella Mountain Community College graduate earns $44,356 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Estrella Mountain Community College?
Published tuition is $2,358 in-state and $8,958 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Estrella Mountain Community College located?
Estrella Mountain Community College is located in Avondale, Arizona (ZIP 85392).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Estrella Mountain Community College at their official website.