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Western Maricopa Education Center

Glendale, AZ·Public·220 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access and in-state Arizona residents. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 220 students.

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About This School

Western Maricopa Education Center is a public institution located in Glendale, Arizona with approximately 220 undergraduate students enrolled.

The Western Maricopa Education Center (West-MEC) is a joint technological education district based in Maricopa County, Arizona, United States. It provides career and technical education services to ten school districts in the West Valley of Phoenix.

Worth considering if you're looking for a small, career-focused public program in the West Phoenix area, as the tight enrollment of just 220 students suggests a more personalized, hands-on learning environment than a large community college. However, the extremely limited enrollment data available makes it difficult to assess outcomes like graduation rates or post-graduation earnings, which are critical factors when weighing any school. Before committing, ask directly about completion rates and job placement — the answers will tell you more than the school's marketing ever will.

Setting
Large suburb

Popular Programs

Computer Science18%
Health Professions10%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

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Cost & Financial Aid

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Students receiving Pell Grants17%
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After Graduation

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Student Body

White26%
Black2%
Hispanic/Latino39%
Asian2%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (220 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Western Maricopa Education Center

6997 N Glen Harbor Blvd

Glendale, AZ 85307

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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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