Best colleges in Phoenix
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Phoenix survival kit: water, sun tan lotion, sunglasses, and an amazing air conditioning system. Once you’ve checked off your list, you’ll realize Phoenix, Arizona is absolutely amazing, and you’ll never want to leave. Phoenix is known for its triple digit temperatures, but it’s also known for its health services, finance, and government jobs.* There are 2 major universities offering more than 30 programs, an air force base, an array of technical and community colleges, and a top ranked online university.* And once you have your degree, major employers in the area include Intel, USAA, US Airways, and Cardinal Health.*
With more than 1.5 million people trolling about the city, you can make new friends in just 30 minutes. Then, you wouldn’t have to visit the world-renowned spas and shopping centers, hiking trails, and hundreds of golf courses alone.* And for you ethnic dining enthusiasts, Phoenix has some of the best Mexican in the country food due to the large Hispanic population and its close proximity to the Mexico border.* It’s a win-win situation here in the Valley of the Sun. Just remember to leave your winter coats in the attic. Since Phoenix is located in the Sonoran Desert, you can appreciate sundresses, flip flops, and shorts practically year round.
Click Here to See the Best Colleges in the US*U.S. Census *Bureau of Economic Analysis *Wikipedia, “Companies in Phoenix” *travel.usnews.com/Phoenix_AZBest Four Year Universities in Phoenix
Arizona State University Campus Immersion offers 482 degree programs. It's a very large, public, four-year university in a midsize city. In 2020, 18,871 students graduated with students earning 13,867 Bachelor's degrees, 3,940 Master's degrees, 908 Doctoral degrees, and 156 Certificates.
International Baptist College and Seminary offers 17 degree programs. It's a very small, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a large city. In 2020, 13 students graduated with students earning 7 Bachelor's degrees, 5 Master's degrees, and 1 Associate's degree.
Chamberlain University-Arizona offers 1 degree programs. It's a very small, private for-profit, four-year university in a large city. In 2020, 223 students graduated with students earning 223 Bachelor's degrees.
Grand Canyon University offers 240 degree programs. It's a very large, private for-profit, four-year university in a large city. In 2020, 25,689 students graduated with students earning 12,352 Master's degrees, 12,335 Bachelor's degrees, 639 Doctoral degrees, and 363 Certificates.
Arizona College-Mesa offers 5 degree programs. It's a very small, private for-profit, two-year college in a large city. In 2020, 163 students graduated with students earning 152 Certificates, and 11 Associate's degrees.
Arizona Christian University offers 15 degree programs. It's a very small, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a large suburb. In 2020, 145 students graduated with students earning 143 Bachelor's degrees, 1 Associate's degree, and 1 Certificate.
University of Advancing Technology offers 45 degree programs. It's a very small, private for-profit, four-year university in a midsize city. In 2020, 106 students graduated with students earning 80 Bachelor's degrees, 14 Associate's degrees, and 12 Master's degrees.
DeVry University-Arizona offers 33 degree programs. It's a very small, private for-profit, four-year university in a large city. In 2020, 117 students graduated with students earning 61 Bachelor's degrees, 35 Master's degrees, 19 Associate's degrees, and 2 Certificates.
Brookline College-Phoenix offers 29 degree programs. It's a small, private for-profit, four-year university in a large city. In 2020, 236 students graduated with students earning 168 Bachelor's degrees, 60 Associate's degrees, and 8 Master's degrees.
Arizona State University Digital Immersion offers 258 degree programs. It's a very large, public, four-year university in a large city. In 2020, 9,939 students graduated with students earning 5,562 Bachelor's degrees, 4,075 Master's degrees, 203 Certificates, and 99 Doctoral degrees.
Best Community Colleges in Phoenix
Brookline College-Tempe offers 13 degree programs. It's a very small, private for-profit, four-year university in a midsize city. In 2020, 51 students graduated with students earning 48 Certificates, and 3 Associate's degrees.
Pima Medical Institute-Phoenix offers 9 degree programs. It's a very small, private for-profit, two-year college in a large city. In 2020, 393 students graduated with students earning 306 Certificates, and 87 Associate's degrees.
Universal Technical Institute of Arizona Inc offers 4 degree programs. It's a small, private for-profit, two-year college in a midsize suburb. In 2020, 932 students graduated with students earning 672 Associate's degrees, and 260 Certificates.
Pima Medical Institute-East Valley offers 7 degree programs. It's a very small, private for-profit, two-year college in a large suburb. In 2020, 227 students graduated with students earning 192 Certificates, and 35 Associate's degrees.
Carrington College-Phoenix North offers 11 degree programs. It's a very small, private for-profit, two-year college in a large city. In 2020, 441 students graduated with students earning 325 Certificates, and 116 Associate's degrees.
Arizona College-Glendale offers 6 degree programs. It's a very small, private for-profit, two-year college in a large suburb. In 2020, 285 students graduated with students earning 277 Certificates, and 8 Associate's degrees.
Carrington College-Mesa offers 10 degree programs. It's a very small, private for-profit, two-year college in a large city. In 2020, 279 students graduated with students earning 205 Certificates, and 74 Associate's degrees.
GateWay Community College offers 135 degree programs. It's a small, public, two-year college in a large city. In 2020, 884 students graduated with students earning 630 Associate's degrees, and 254 Certificates.
Estrella Mountain Community College offers 117 degree programs. It's a medium sized, public, two-year college in a midsize suburb. In 2020, 1,730 students graduated with students earning 930 Associate's degrees, and 800 Certificates.
Top schools offering specific degrees in Phoenix
List of all colleges in Phoenix
| School | Average Tuition | Student Teacher Ratio | Enrolled Students | |
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Arizona State University Campus Immersion Tempe, AZ | 24 : 1 | 74,795 | |
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Refrigeration School Inc Phoenix, AZ | 37 : 1 | 897 | |
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Brookline College-Tempe Tempe, AZ | 69 : 1 | 555 | |
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Pima Medical Institute-Phoenix Phoenix, AZ | 24 : 1 | 812 | |
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Universal Technical Institute of Arizona Inc Avondale, AZ | 41 : 1 | 1,845 | |