At a glance
Average net price
$20,678
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
33.1%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
5,435
In-state tuition
$12,200
Out-of-state tuition
$12,200
Cost of attendance
$25,566
Median earnings (10y)
Not available
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- Not available
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
2 program areas reported · Heavily focused on trades & services (90% of credentials).
- STEM10%
- Trades & services90%
- Mechanic & repair89.5%~4,866 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Engineering tech10.5%~569 students/yr · STEMCompare 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
3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Systems Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 1,620 | $45,095 | $16,400 |
| Precision Systems Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 1,266 | $79,760 | $8,640 |
| Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 87 | — | — |
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 Sonoran Desert Institute
Sonoran Desert Institute is a large institution located in Tempe, Arizona, primarily awarding the certificate. It enrolls roughly 5,435 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Mechanic & repair, Engineering tech.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Sonoran Desert Institute — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $20,678 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $12,200 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $25,566 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 33.1%, a average completion outcome.
Programs & majors
Sonoran Desert Institute confers degrees and certificates across 2 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Mechanic & repair, Engineering tech. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by trades & services (90% of credentials), stem (10% 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 Tempe, Arizona (city), Sonoran Desert Institute 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 Sonoran Desert Institute
Q.How much does Sonoran Desert Institute cost?
The average net price at Sonoran Desert Institute is $20,678 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $25,566.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Sonoran Desert Institute?
Sonoran Desert Institute has a 6-year graduation rate of 33.1% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.What is tuition at Sonoran Desert Institute?
Published tuition is $12,200 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Sonoran Desert Institute located?
Sonoran Desert Institute is located in Tempe, Arizona (ZIP 85281).
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 Sonoran Desert Institute at their official website.