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Scottsdale Community College

Scottsdale, AZ·Public·5,377 students
Last updated: March 21, 2026

A good fit for families looking for lower cost and in-state Arizona residents. graduation rate is below 25% — most students don't finish here. a public school with 5,377 students.

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5,377
Students
$13,336
Net Price
17%
Grad Rate
$42,500
Earnings
10 yr
$8,000
Debt

About This School

Scottsdale Community College is a public institution located in Scottsdale, Arizona with approximately 5,377 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $13,336 per year. The graduation rate is 17%, and the typical graduate earns $42,500 within 10 years of enrollment.

Scottsdale Community College is a public community college just outside of Scottsdale, Arizona. It is on the city's eastern boundary, on 160 acres of land belonging to the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community. The lease was taken out in 1970 and expires in 2069. The college is part of the Maricopa County Community College District.

Worth considering if you're looking to minimize debt while keeping options open — graduates leave with just $4,500 in median debt, which is remarkably low and gives you real financial flexibility. The $42,500 median earnings at 10 years is modest, so this school makes the most sense as a stepping stone to a four-year transfer rather than a terminal credential. At $14,380/year net price, it's a cost-effective way to complete general education requirements before moving on.

Founded
1970
Setting
Fringe rural
Avg Faculty Salary
$10,695

Popular Programs

Visual & Performing Arts31%
Business & Marketing15%
Health Professions9%
Computer Science7%
Psychology2%
Communications1%
Education1%
Social Sciences1%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

David SpadeBill HaderDavid Schweikert

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$2,358
Out-of-State Tuition
$8,958
Avg Net Price
$13,336
after aid

Net Price by Family Income

Under $30k$12,138
$30–48k$13,132
$48–75k$14,099
$75–110k$17,816
$110k+$19,008

Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants14%
Median debt at graduation$8,000

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
17%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$42,500
after enrollment
Median Debt
$8,000
at graduation

Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender

Male graduates$35,600
Female graduates$34,300

Gap: 4% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$8,000
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$34,900
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$42,500
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 5.3x

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

White51%
Black4%
Hispanic/Latino28%
Asian3%
Two or more races6%
American Indian/Alaska Native4%
International1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (5,377 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Scottsdale Community College

9000 E Chaparral Rd

Scottsdale, AZ 85256

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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.

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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