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Pima Community College

Tucson, AZ·Public·13,869 students
Last updated: March 21, 2026

A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and in-state Arizona residents. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 13,869 students.

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13,869
Students
$3,123
Net Price
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Grad Rate
$35,000
Earnings
10 yr
$4,500
Debt

About This School

Pima Community College is a public institution located in Tucson, Arizona with approximately 13,869 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $3,123 per year. Typical graduates earn $35,000 within 10 years of enrollment.

Pima Community College (PCC) is a public community college in Tucson, Arizona, United States. It serves the Tucson metropolitan area with a community college district consisting of five campuses, four education centers, and several adult education learning centers. It provides traditional and online instruction for over 144 programs. The college also offers workforce training, non-credit personal interest classes and post-baccalaureate certificates. PCC is one of the largest multi-campus community colleges in the United States, with a relative ranking varying between fourth and tenth largest. PCC is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

At just $3,123/year after aid and a median debt of only $4,500 at graduation, this is one of the most affordable paths to a two-year degree or workforce credential in Arizona — especially useful if you're planning to transfer to a four-year school or enter a trade field quickly. The five Tucson-area campuses and 144+ programs give you real flexibility. That said, the median earnings of $35,000 a decade out are modest, so if you're not using PCC as a stepping stone to a bachelor's degree or a specific licensed trade, think carefully about whether the program you choose leads somewhere with stronger earning potential.

Founded
1969
Setting
Large city

Popular Programs

Health Professions16%
Business & Marketing12%
Computer Science6%
Education3%
Visual & Performing Arts2%
Social Sciences0%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$2,370
Out-of-State Tuition
$7,686
Avg Net Price
$3,123
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants33%
Median debt at graduation$4,500

Full Cost

Cost of attendance$8,916

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
N/A
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$35,000
after enrollment
Median Debt
$4,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$4,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$28,700
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$35,000
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 7.8x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White33%
Black5%
Hispanic/Latino52%
Asian3%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (13,869 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Pima Community College

4905C East Broadway Blvd.

Tucson, AZ 85709-1275

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Official Links

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

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Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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