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Paradise Valley Community College

Phoenix, AZ · Public · Certificate degrees · City

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About Paradise Valley Community College

Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC) is a public community college in Phoenix, Arizona. A branch campus, PVCC at Black Mountain, opened in 1985, with classes temporarily held at Paradise Valley High School. Once construction was completed in 1987, classes were held at its current location in what was then the far northern section of Scottsdale, Arizona, to serve this rapidly growing area. It provides greater access for the communities of Cave Creek and Carefree. The college mascot is the puma and the colors are royal blue and white.

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Open

Acceptance

$12,180

Net price

5,117

Enrollment

19%

Grad rate

Report Card

D

Academics

Graduation & retention rates

B+

Value

Earnings vs. cost of attendance

C+

Career Outcomes

Graduate earnings after 10 years

A

Affordability

Average net price after aid

N/A

Selectivity

How hard it is to get in

A-

Diversity

Racial & ethnic balance of students

Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).

Admissions

Open admissions

Acceptance rate

SAT average

ACT midpoint

This school has an open-admissions policy — most applicants are admitted.

Cost & Financial Aid

$12,180

Average net price

$2,358

In-state tuition

$8,958

Out-of-state tuition

Room & board

$1,104

Books & supplies

$18,375

Total cost of attendance

18%

Students receiving Pell grants

7%

Students with federal loans

$6,995

Median student debt

Average net price by family income

$0–30K
$10,823
$30–48K
$12,187
$48–75K
$12,527
$75–110K
$15,318
$110K+
$18,165

Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.

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After Graduation

$47,196

Median earnings (10 yrs)

$41,597

Median earnings (6 yrs)

19%

Graduation rate

Retention rate

71%

Earn more than a HS grad

$9,976

Instructional spend / student

Student Body

5,117

Total enrollment

68%

Part-time

25

Avg. age at entry

47%

First-generation

Gender balance

57% women
43% men

Race & ethnicity

White
51%
Hispanic
31%
Two or more races
5%
Black
4%
Asian
4%
American Indian / Alaska Native
2%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0%

Paradise Valley Community College FAQ

Is Paradise Valley Community College a public or private school?

Paradise Valley Community College is a public institution located in Phoenix, AZ.

What is the acceptance rate at Paradise Valley Community College?

Paradise Valley Community College has an open-admissions policy, meaning most applicants who meet basic requirements are admitted.

How much does Paradise Valley Community College cost?

The average annual net price at Paradise Valley Community College is $12,180 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $2,358 in-state and $8,958 out-of-state.

What is the graduation rate at Paradise Valley Community College?

About 19% of students at Paradise Valley Community College complete their degree, according to federal completion data.

How much do Paradise Valley Community College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, Paradise Valley Community College students earn a median of $47,196 per year.

How many students attend Paradise Valley Community College?

Paradise Valley Community College enrolls about 5,117 students.

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