Estrella Mountain Community College Arizona

Public two-year community college in suburban Phoenix serving over 10,000 students with low tuition.

College statistics

Address:
3000 N Dysart Rd
Avondale, AZ
85392
Sector Group:
Public 2-Year
Official Website:
www.estrellamountain.edu/
Setting:
Suburb
Annual In-State Tuition:
$2,328
Annual Out-of-State Tuition:
$8,929
Total Cost of Attendance (In-State):
$2,328
Total Cost of Attendance (Out-of-State):
$8,929
Total Student Enrollment:
10,069
Research Activity Tier:
No research designation
Economic Mobility Index:
Higher Access, Medium Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Estrella Mountain Community College is a public two-year institution located in Avondale, Arizona, part of the greater Phoenix metropolitan area. The college serves students across the region with open-access admission and a focus on general education in liberal arts and sciences, offering a pathway to both workforce entry and transfer to four-year universities.

In-state tuition is $2,328 annually, with out-of-state tuition at $8,929. The college enrolls over 10,000 students and maintains a low-cost structure that makes higher education accessible to working adults, recent high school graduates, and others seeking affordable credential options in the suburban Phoenix region.

Estrella Mountain works best for students who need flexible scheduling, affordable coursework, and clear transfer pathways to bachelor's degree programs. Community colleges like this one serve as critical bridges for students starting their higher education journey or preparing for immediate career entry. For more information, visit www.estrellamountain.edu/.

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